Reference Manual Handheld Density Meter

Densito/DensitoPro
Table of Contents

1 Introduction 5
1.1 Further information....................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Explanation of conventions and symbols........................................................................ 5
1.3 Compliance information................................................................................................ 5

2 Safety information 7
2.1 Definitions of signal words and warning symbols ............................................................ 7
2.2 Product specific safety notes ......................................................................................... 7

3 Design and function 9

3.1 Instrument overview ..................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Overview of functions ................................................................................................... 9
3.3 User interface .............................................................................................................. 11
3.3.1 Home screen ................................................................................................ 11
3.3.2 Icons on the screen ....................................................................................... 11

4 Installation and commissioning 12

4.1 Scope of delivery ......................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Download the Reference Manual.................................................................................... 12
4.3 Unpack the density meter.............................................................................................. 13
4.4 Charge the density meter .............................................................................................. 13
4.4.1 Charge with the AC/DC adapter ....................................................................... 13
4.4.1.1 Assemble the AC/DC adapter .................................................................... 14
4.4.1.2 Connect the power supply ........................................................................ 14
4.4.2 Charge with a computer................................................................................. 14
4.4.3 Charge with a charging stand......................................................................... 15
4.5 Setup for working with the sample pump ........................................................................ 15
4.5.1 Activate the sample pump mode ..................................................................... 15
4.5.2 Install the filling tube ..................................................................................... 16
4.6 Activate and deactivate the RFID reader (DensitoPro only) ................................................ 16
4.7 Activate and deactivate the barcode reader (DensitoPro only) ........................................... 16
4.8 Install accessories ....................................................................................................... 17
4.8.1 Setup for working with a syringe ..................................................................... 17
4.8.1.1 Activate the syringe mode......................................................................... 17
4.8.1.2 Install the connector for the syringe ........................................................... 18
4.8.2 Install the charging stand............................................................................... 18
4.8.2.1 Assemble the AC/DC adapter .................................................................... 19
4.8.2.2 Position the charging stand ...................................................................... 19
4.8.2.3 Connect the power supply ........................................................................ 20
4.8.3 Install and remove the protective cover ............................................................ 21
4.8.3.1 Install the protective cover ........................................................................ 21
4.8.3.2 Remove the protective cover ..................................................................... 21
4.8.4 Connect a printer........................................................................................... 22
4.8.4.1 Connect a USB printer .............................................................................. 22
4.8.4.2 Connect a bluetooth printer....................................................................... 23
4.8.4.3 Print a test page...................................................................................... 23
4.8.5 Connect to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry ................................................. 23
4.9 Configure the density meter ........................................................................................... 24
4.9.1 Change the date and time format .................................................................... 24
4.9.2 Change the temperature unit........................................................................... 24
4.9.3 Change the density unit ................................................................................. 24
4.9.4 Change energy saver settings ......................................................................... 25
4.9.5 Protect actions with a password ..................................................................... 25
4.9.5.1 Enable the password protection ................................................................ 26
4.9.5.2 Disable the password protection ............................................................... 26

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 4.9.5.3 Change the password .............................................................................. 26
4.9.6 Activate and deactivate the auto rotation of the screen ....................................... 26
4.9.7 Activate and deactivate the audio signal .......................................................... 26
4.9.8 Change the keyboard layout ........................................................................... 27
4.9.9 Change the language .................................................................................... 27
4.9.10 Activate and deactivate a cleaning reminder ..................................................... 27

5 Configuration of density determinations 28

5.1 Create, change or delete a method................................................................................. 28
5.1.1 Create a method ........................................................................................... 28
5.1.2 Change a method ......................................................................................... 28
5.1.3 Delete a method............................................................................................ 29
5.2 Change a test .............................................................................................................. 29
5.3 Change an adjustment ................................................................................................. 29
5.4 Configure the user guidance.......................................................................................... 29
5.4.1 Define the level of user guidance..................................................................... 29
5.4.2 Define the pump speed .................................................................................. 30
5.4.3 Define the fill cycle (only guided workflow) ...................................................... 30
5.4.4 Define the cleaning type (only guided workflow)............................................... 30
5.4.5 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of results............................................. 30
5.5 Configure the measurement reliability ............................................................................. 31
5.6 Configure the result conversion...................................................................................... 31
5.6.1 Density and specific gravity............................................................................ 31
5.6.2 Alcohol concentration .................................................................................... 32
5.6.3 American Petroleum Institute (API) .................................................................. 33
5.6.4 Baumé scale ................................................................................................ 33
5.6.5 Sulfuric acid concentration ............................................................................. 33
5.6.6 Sugar concentration ...................................................................................... 33
5.6.7 User defined concentration ............................................................................. 34
5.6.7.1 Define the density or specific gravity .......................................................... 34
5.6.7.2 Define the function................................................................................... 35
5.6.7.3 Define the format of the result ................................................................... 35
5.6.8 Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α............................................ 35
5.6.8.1 Enter a known value for α ........................................................................ 36
5.6.8.2 The density meter calculates a fixed value for α .......................................... 36
5.6.8.3 Define the second order polynomial used to calculate α .............................. 36
5.7 Configure the automatic documentation of results ............................................................ 37
5.7.1 Configure the sample or standard identifier....................................................... 37
5.7.2 Configure the automatic printing of results........................................................ 38
5.7.3 Configure the automatic export of results.......................................................... 38
5.8 Configure result limits................................................................................................... 38
5.9 Configure a standard.................................................................................................... 39
5.10 Configure the tolerance for a test.................................................................................... 39

6 Operation 40
6.1 Start up the density meter.............................................................................................. 40
6.2 Shut down the density meter ......................................................................................... 40
6.3 Navigate and enter information...................................................................................... 41
6.3.1 Navigate through menus and confirm settings .................................................. 41
6.3.2 Enter text and numbers .................................................................................. 41
6.4 Typical phases of density determinations........................................................................ 42
6.4.1 Fill the measuring cell and measure the density................................................ 42
6.4.2 Prepare the measuring cell for the next sample................................................. 42
6.5 Example: Density determination using the sample pump .................................................. 42
6.5.1 Configure the method .................................................................................... 43
6.5.2 Perform the density determination ................................................................... 44
6.6 Example: Density determination using a syringe.............................................................. 45
6.6.1 Configure the method .................................................................................... 45

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 6.6.2 Perform the density determination ................................................................... 46
6.7 Example: Density determination of cold or hot samples.................................................... 48
6.7.1 Configure the method .................................................................................... 48
6.7.2 Perform the density determination ................................................................... 49
6.8 Stop a method............................................................................................................. 50
6.9 Read and write information with the RFID reader (DensitoPro only).................................... 51
6.9.1 Write information to a Smart Tag..................................................................... 51
6.9.2 Read information from a Smart Tag................................................................. 51
6.10 Read information with the barcode reader (DensitoPro only)............................................. 52
6.11 View, export, print and delete results .............................................................................. 52
6.11.1 View results.................................................................................................. 52
6.11.2 Delete all results ........................................................................................... 52
6.11.3 Export and print results .................................................................................. 53
6.11.3.1 Export results to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry.................................... 53
6.11.3.2 Export results to a USB flash drive ............................................................. 53
6.11.3.3 Print results ............................................................................................ 54
6.11.3.4 Configure the filter ................................................................................... 55

7 Maintenance 56
7.1 Maintenance schedule.................................................................................................. 56
7.2 Clean the density meter ................................................................................................ 56
7.2.1 Clean the housing ......................................................................................... 56
7.2.2 Clean the measuring cell................................................................................ 56
7.2.2.1 Clean using the sample pump .................................................................. 57
7.2.2.2 Clean using a syringe .............................................................................. 57
7.2.3 Clean the cylinder and the piston of the sample pump....................................... 58
7.2.3.1 Disassemble the cylinder and remove the piston......................................... 58
7.2.3.2 Clean the piston and the cylinder sections.................................................. 59
7.2.3.3 Assemble the cylinder and install the piston ............................................... 59
7.2.4 Clean the protective cover .............................................................................. 59
7.3 Check the measurement accuracy.................................................................................. 60
7.3.1 Example: Test with water ............................................................................... 60
7.3.1.1 Configure the test .................................................................................... 60
7.3.1.2 Perform the test....................................................................................... 61
7.3.2 Measures if a test fails ................................................................................... 61
7.4 Replace the battery....................................................................................................... 62
7.5 Replace the filling tube ................................................................................................. 63
7.6 Replace the cylinder and the piston of the sample pump .................................................. 63
7.6.1 Remove the cylinder and the piston................................................................. 63
7.6.2 Install the cylinder and the piston.................................................................... 64
7.7 Update the firmware ..................................................................................................... 64
7.8 Prepare the density meter for storage.............................................................................. 64
7.9 Ship the density meter .................................................................................................. 64
7.10 Dispose of the density meter ......................................................................................... 64

8 Troubleshooting 65
8.1 List of errors and problems ........................................................................................... 65
8.2 Drain the measuring cell............................................................................................... 66
8.3 Restore the factory-adjustment data ............................................................................... 66
8.4 Adjust the measurement accuracy.................................................................................. 66
8.4.1 Example: Adjustment with water ..................................................................... 67
8.4.1.1 Configure the adjustment.......................................................................... 67
8.4.1.2 Perform the adjustment ............................................................................ 67
8.5 Restore the factory settings............................................................................................ 69
8.6 View the firmware version and other system information................................................... 69

9 Technical data 70
9.1 Density meter .............................................................................................................. 70

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 9.2 Measurement .............................................................................................................. 71
9.3 Charging stand............................................................................................................ 72
9.4 Protective cover ........................................................................................................... 73

10 Accessories 74
10.1 Sampling .................................................................................................................... 74
10.2 Printers....................................................................................................................... 75
10.3 Miscellaneous accessories............................................................................................ 75

11 Appendix 77
11.1 Density of pure water (0…40 °C).................................................................................. 77
11.2 Temperature-compensation coefficients α ....................................................................... 77

Index 79

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 1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing a METTLER TOLEDO density meter. The handheld density meters Densito and
DensitoPro are handheld measuring instruments used to determine the density of liquids.
The instructions in this document refer to the handheld density meters Densito and DensitoPro running firmware
version V1.1.0 or higher.

See also
2 View the firmware version and other system information } Page 69

1.1 Further information

For applications notes, see the following links:
u www.mt.com/analytical-application-library

u www.mt.com/library

For third party licenses and open source attribution files, see the following link:
u www.mt.com/licenses

If you have any additional questions, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO service representative or
dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

See also
2 Download the Reference Manual } Page 12

1.2 Explanation of conventions and symbols

Note For useful information about the product.

Refers to an external document.

Elements of instructions
Instructions always contain action steps and can contain prerequisites, intermediate results and results. If an
instruction contains more than one action step, the action steps are numbered.
§ Prerequisites that must be fulfilled before the individual action steps can be executed.
1 Action step 1
ð Intermediate result
2 Action step 2
ð Result

1.3 Compliance information

National approval documents, e.g., the FCC Supplier Declaration of Conformity, are available online and/or
included in the packaging.
u http://www.mt.com/ComplianceSearch

Application-relevant standards and norms are listed on the internet.

u www.mt.com/dere-norms

Contact METTLER TOLEDO for questions about the country-specific compliance of your instrument.
u www.mt.com/contact

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 European Union
The instrument complies with the directives and standards listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity.
SVHC candidate substances according to Article 33 of the EU regulation no. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Material CAS No.
1,3-Propanesultone 1120-71-4
PZT (Lead Zirconate Titanate) 12626-81-2
United States of America
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
The following section only applies to DensitoPro density meters.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Canada
The following section only applies to DensitoPro density meters.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.

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 2 Safety information
Two documents named "User Manual" and "Reference Manual" are available for this instrument.
• The User Manual is printed and delivered with the instrument.
• The electronic Reference Manual contains a full description of the instrument and its use.
• Keep both documents for future reference.
• Include both documents if you transfer the instrument to other parties.
Only use the instrument according to the User Manual and the Reference Manual. If you do not use the
instrument according to these documents or if the instrument is modified, the safety of the instrument may be
impaired and Mettler-Toledo GmbH assumes no liability.
User Manual and Reference Manual are available online. See [Download the Reference
Manual } Page 12].

2.1 Definitions of signal words and warning symbols

Safety notes contain important information on safety issues. Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal
injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false results. Safety notes are marked with the following
signal words and warning symbols:
Signal words
WARNING A hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in death or severe injury if
not avoided.

CAUTION A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.

NOTICE A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the instrument, other
material damage, malfunctions and erroneous results, or loss of data.

Warning symbols
General hazard: read the User Manual or the Reference Manual for information about the hazards
and the resulting measures.

2.2 Product specific safety notes

Intended use
The density meter is designed to be used by trained staff and is intended for measuring the density of liquid
samples. The samples must be compatible with the materials they come into contact with.
The density meter is designed for indoor and outdoor operation in dry conditions. The following site
requirements apply:
• Ambient conditions within the limits specified in the technical data
• No corrosive gas atmosphere
• No explosive atmosphere
• No powerful electric or magnetic fields
Any other type of use and operation beyond the limits of use stated by Mettler-Toledo GmbH without consent
from Mettler-Toledo GmbH is considered as not intended.
Responsibilities of the instrument owner
The instrument owner is the person holding the legal title to the instrument and who uses the instrument or
authorizes any person to use it, or the person who is deemed by law to be the operator of the instrument. The
instrument owner is responsible for the safety of all users of the instrument and third parties.

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 Mettler-Toledo GmbH assumes that the instrument owner trains users to safely use the instrument in their
workplace and deal with potential hazards. Mettler-Toledo GmbH assumes that the instrument owner provides
the necessary protective gear.
Safety notes

WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the METTLER TOLEDO AC/DC adapter designed for your instrument.
2 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
3 Check the cables and the plugs for damage and replace damaged cables and plugs.

CAUTION
Injury or damage due to incorrect handling of the battery
The battery can explode or ignite if it is not handled correctly.
1 Do not store or use the battery at temperatures below -20 °C or above 60 °C.
2 Do not subject the battery to mechanical stresses like pressure, bending or impacts.

NOTICE
Damage to the measuring cell due to solidifying samples
Hot samples cool down during the measurement. If the samples solidify in the measuring
cell, you can no longer empty the measuring cell.
− Only measure samples with a viscosity below 1000 mPa*s at ambient temperature.

NOTICE
Damage to the instrument or malfunction due to the use of unsuitable parts
− Only use parts from METTLER TOLEDO that are intended to be used with your
instrument.

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 3 Design and function
3.1 Instrument overview

7
1 8
14
2 9 13
3 10 10

11
4
12
5

No. Name Function

1 Screen To display settings and results.
2 Keys To start up the density meter, select menu items and to navigate.
3 Navigation joystick To navigate through the menus.
4 Measuring cell To view the measuring cell and to check if the measuring cell is filled or empty.
window
5 Filling opening with To fill and drain the measuring cell using a syringe. The locking screw closes off
locking screw the filling opening.
6 Filling tube To fill and drain the measuring cell.
7 USB-C socket To connect the density meter with the AC adapter or a computer.
8 RFID reader and To scan a linear barcode or read and write information to Smart Tags.
barcode reader
(DensitoPro only )
9 USB-A socket To connect a USB flash drive, a USB printer or a bluetooth dongle for a bluetooth
printer.
10 Charging contacts Contacts to charge the density meter with the optional charging stand.
11 Sample pump cover To access the sample pump.
12 Sample pump To view the sample pump and to check if the sample pump is filled or empty.
window
13 Safety sign Warns that incorrect handling of the battery can cause injury or damage the
density meter.
14 Battery cover To access the battery.

See also
2 Accessories } Page 74

3.2 Overview of functions

The density meter uses the oscillating body method as measurement technology. The density meter has no
active temperature control.

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 If you measure samples with low viscosity, you can use the sample pump (1) and the filling tube (2) to fill the
measuring cell (5). For samples with high viscosity you can use a syringe (3) and the connector for the
syringe (4) to fill the measuring cell (5). The user can observe the filling through the window of the measuring
cell.

4
1 3

For repeated measurements, you can define and save workflows as methods. Two workflow types are
available:
• Customizable guided workflow: guides the user step by step through the density determination.
• Unguided workflow: the user decides which steps are needed.
The results are automatically converted into one of the following predefined units or a unit that the user defines.
• Density
• Specific gravity
• Alcohol concentration
• American Petroleum Institute (API density, API specific gravity, API degree)
• Baumé scale
• Sulfuric acid concentration
• Sucrose concentration

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 3.3 User interface

3.3.1 Home screen

1
2
3
d [g/cm3]

4 1.015 4
Temp. 23.1 °C

6 Menu Results Start

No. Name Explanation

1 Status ribbon Displays the current date, time, battery charge status and connection to acces-
sories like EasyDirect Density & Refractometry.
2 Method ribbon Displays the type of density determination and the method identifier or the selected
standard.
• MS: measurement using a method
• TE: test
• ADJ: adjustment
3 Sample ID ribbon Displays the sample ID.
4 Measuring ribbon Displays the unit, the measured value or result and the temperature of the
measuring cell.
5 Sampling ribbon Displays the current status of the sample pump or syringe.
6 Key functions ribbon Displays the function of the keys.

3.3.2 Icons on the screen

Icon Location Explanation
Status ribbon Barcode reader is scanning.
Status ribbon RFID reader is reading or writing.
Status ribbon EasyDirect Density & Refractometry is connected.
Status ribbon Density meter is sending data to the printer.
Status ribbon Shows the charge of the battery.
Status ribbon Battery is charging.
Sampling ribbon Syringe mode activated. The sample pump is deactivated.

Sampling ribbon Sample pump activated and piston in the lowermost position.

Sampling ribbon Sample pump activated and piston in the uppermost position.

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 4 Installation and commissioning
4.1 Scope of delivery
Part Order number Densito DensitoPro
Handheld density meter – • •

Filling Tube 30330847 • •

190 mm
• Tube
• Connector syringe/filling tube
• Washer
Battery Li-Ion 30330855 • •
2400 mAh

Power Supply and Worldwide Adapters 30449255 • •

USB-C Cable 30449253 • •

Density standards (3 pcs) – • •

6 mL

Tag SmartSample (10 pcs) 30449268 – •

User Manual – • •

Declaration of conformity – • •

Test report – • •

4.2 Download the Reference Manual

1 Go to the website www.mt.com/library.
2 Select the Technical Documentation tab.
3 Enter the product type of your density meter in the search field and start the search.
4 Select the Reference Manual from the result list.

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 5 Select the link.
ð The Reference Manual is either opened or downloaded depending on the browser settings.
6 Check which firmware version is installed on your density meter.
7 If the Reference Manual is not written for the installed firmware version, contact your authorized METTLER
TOLEDO service representative or dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

See also
2 View the firmware version and other system information } Page 69

4.3 Unpack the density meter

1 Unpack the density meter.
2 Store the protective packaging for later transport over long distances.
3 Check that you have received all parts listed in the scope of delivery.
4 Inspect the parts visually for flaws or damage.
5 If parts are missing or damaged, report it to your authorized METTLER TOLEDO service representative or
dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

4.4 Charge the density meter

You can either charge the density meter using the supplied AC/DC adapter, a computer or the optional charging
stand. Recharging an empty battery takes approximately three hours.

Charging stand
The charging stand can be used on a level surface or mounted on a wall.

4.4.1 Charge with the AC/DC adapter

WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the METTLER TOLEDO AC/DC adapter designed for your instrument.
2 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
3 Check the cables and the plugs for damage and replace damaged cables and plugs.

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 NOTICE
Damage to the AC/DC adapter due to overheating
An AC/DC adapter that does not have adequate air circulation around it, cannot cool suffi-
ciently and overheats.
− Do not cover the AC/DC adapter.

The AC/DC adapter is suitable for all supply line voltages ranging from 100...240 V AC and 50/60 Hz.

4.4.1.1 Assemble the AC/DC adapter

Install the prongs
1 Slide the desired set of prongs (1) into the AC/DC
1
adapter (2).
2 Insert the USB-A plug of the USB-A-C cable in the USB-
A socket of the AC/DC adapter.

Change the prongs

1 Pull the plug of the AC/DC adapter out of the power
outlet. 1
2 Push the button (2) and slide the set of prongs (1)
out. 2
3 Slide the desired set of prongs into the A/DC adapter.

4.4.1.2 Connect the power supply

1 Insert the USB-C plug of the USB-A-C cable into the USB-C socket on the density meter.
2 Install the cables in such a way that they cannot be damaged or interfere with operation.
3 Insert the plug of the AC/DC adapter into a power outlet that is easily accessible.
ð The density meter starts charging and the icon is displayed.

4.4.2 Charge with a computer

§ A running computer with USB-A sockets (USB 2.0 or higher) is available.
1 Insert the USB-C plug of the USB-A-C cable into the USB-C socket on the density meter.
2 Install the cables in such a way that they cannot be damaged or interfere with operation.
3 Insert the USB-A plug in the USB-A socket of the computer.
ð The density meter starts charging and the icon is displayed.

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 4.4.3 Charge with a charging stand
Place the density meter on a level charging stand
§ The charging stand is installed on a level surface.
1 Align the rear of the USB-A socket (1) of the density
meter with the knob (2) on the charging stand.
2 Lower the density meter onto the charging stand.
1
3 Make sure that the charging pins (4) touch the
charging contacts (3). 3
2 4
ð The density meter starts charging and the icon is
displayed.
ð If the density meter is shutdown, it beeps when it starts charging.
Place the density meter on a wall-mounted charging stand
§ The charging stand is mounted on a wall.
1 Align the rear of the USB-A socket (1) of the density
3
meter with the knob (2) on the charging stand.
2 Push the density meter onto the charging stand.
3 Make sure that the charging pins (4) touch the
charging contacts (3). 1 2 4
ð The density meter starts charging and the icon is
displayed.
ð If the density meter is shutdown, it beeps when it starts
charging.

See also
2 Install the charging stand } Page 18

4.5 Setup for working with the sample pump

4.5.1 Activate the sample pump mode

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Measurement > Sampling.
ð The Sampling window opens.
3 Navigate to Sample pump.
4 Press the OK key.
5 Navigate back to the home screen.
ð The icon is displayed in the sampling ribbon.

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 4.5.2 Install the filling tube
§ The filling tube (tube (1), connector (2) and
washer (3)) is assembled.

1 2 3

§ The locking screw (2) is installed and tight.

1 2
− Screw the connector (1) of the filling tube into the
opening (3) and tighten it.

4.6 Activate and deactivate the RFID reader (DensitoPro only)

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > RFID / Barcode > Type.
ð The Type window opens.
3 To activate the RFID reader, navigate to RFID.
4 To deactivate the RFID reader, navigate to None.
5 Press the OK key.

See also
2 Read and write information with the RFID reader (DensitoPro only) } Page 51

4.7 Activate and deactivate the barcode reader (DensitoPro only)

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > RFID / Barcode > Type.
ð The Type window opens.
3 To activate the barcode reader, navigate to Barcode.
4 To deactivate the barcode reader, navigate to None.
5 Press the OK key.

See also
2 Read information with the barcode reader (DensitoPro only) } Page 52

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 4.8 Install accessories

4.8.1 Setup for working with a syringe

When you work with a syringe you can place the density meter either on the bench or hold it upright.

4.8.1.1 Activate the syringe mode

§ The piston is in the lowermost position.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Measurement > Sampling.
ð The Sampling window opens.
3 Navigate to Syringe.
4 Press the OK key.
5 Navigate back to the home screen.
ð The icon is displayed in the sampling ribbon.
6 If you want place the density meter on the bench, activate the auto rotation of the screen.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate the auto rotation of the screen } Page 26

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 4.8.1.2 Install the connector for the syringe
§ The connector for the syringe is available.
§ The filling tube is installed.
1 Unscrew the locking screw (2) counterclockwise with a
flat screwdriver (1).
2 Remove the locking screw. 1

3 Screw the connector (1) clockwise into the filling

opening (2) and tighten it with your fingers.

See also 1
2 Accessories } Page 74
2 Install the filling tube } Page 16 2

4.8.2 Install the charging stand

WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the METTLER TOLEDO AC/DC adapter designed for your instrument.
2 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
3 Check the cables and the plugs for damage and replace damaged cables and plugs.

NOTICE
Damage to the AC/DC adapter due to overheating
An AC/DC adapter that does not have adequate air circulation around it, cannot cool suffi-
ciently and overheats.
− Do not cover the AC/DC adapter.

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 The AC/DC adapter is suitable for all supply line voltages ranging from 100...240 V AC and 50/60 Hz.

See also
2 Charge with a charging stand } Page 15

4.8.2.1 Assemble the AC/DC adapter

Install the prongs
1 Slide the desired set of prongs (1) into the AC/DC
1
adapter (2).
2 Insert the USB-A plug of the USB-A-C cable in the USB-
A socket of the AC/DC adapter.

Change the prongs

1 Pull the plug of the AC/DC adapter out of the power
outlet. 1
2 Push the button (2) and slide the set of prongs (1)
out. 2
3 Slide the desired set of prongs into the A/DC adapter.

4.8.2.2 Position the charging stand

The charging stand has been developed for indoor operation.
The following site requirements apply:
• Ambient conditions within the limits specified in the technical data
• No powerful vibrations
• No direct sunlight
• No corrosive gas atmosphere
• No explosive atmosphere
• No powerful electric or magnetic fields
The charging stand can be placed on a level surface or mounted on a wall.

Handheld Density Meter Installation and commissioning​​ 19

 Mount the charging stand on a wall
§ The wall and the screws can hold the weight of the charging stand and the density meter.
§ There is enough space above the charging stand to
connect the USB-A-C cable. 26 mm

156 mm

70 mm

§ The screws fit into the mounting holes on the charging

stand. 6 mm
§ The screws are mounted on the wall. 3 mm

10 mm

1 Position the wider part of the mounting holes over the

screws (1) and push the charging stand toward the
wall. 1
2 Slide the charging stand downwards.

4.8.2.3 Connect the power supply

§ The charging stand is installed on a level surface or mounted on a wall.
§ The AC/DC adapter is assembled.
1 Insert the USB-C plug of the USB-A-C cable into the
USB-C socket (1) on the charging stand.
2 Install the cables in such a way that they cannot be
damaged or interfere with operation.
3 Insert the plug of the AC/DC adapter into a power outlet
that is easily accessible.

See also
2 Position the charging stand } Page 19
2 Assemble the AC/DC adapter } Page 19
1

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 4.8.3 Install and remove the protective cover
The protective cover provides a better grip and protects the density meter against the following:
• Dust
• Dirt
• Moisture
• Bumps
• Scratches

4.8.3.1 Install the protective cover

§ The density meter is shut down.
1 Remove the filling tube.
2 Remove the connector for the syringe if it is installed.
3 Pull the flaps in the middle apart and slide the density
meter into the cover.

4 Insert the USB-C seal (1) into the USB-C socket. 1

5 Insert the USB-A seal (2) into the USB-A (3) socket.
6 Install the filling tube. 3
7 If needed, install the connector for the syringe.

See also
2 Replace the filling tube } Page 63
2
2 Install the connector for the syringe } Page 18

4.8.3.2 Remove the protective cover

§ The density meter is shut down.
1 Remove the filling tube.
2 Remove the connector for the syringe if it is installed.

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 3 Pull the USB-C seal (1) out of the USB-C socket.
4 1
4 Pull the USB-A seal (2) out of the USB-A socket (3) .
5 Push the top of the protective cover (4) off the density
meter and slide the density meter out of the protective 3
cover.
6 Install the filling tube.
7 If needed, install the connector for the syringe.
2
See also
2 Replace the filling tube } Page 63
2 Install the connector for the syringe } Page 18

4.8.4 Connect a printer

In order to print the results right after the measuring procedure, the density meter has to be connected to a USB
or bluetooth printer. Alternatively the results can be printed at a later time from the Results menu.
The following printer types are compatible with the density meter:
Connection type Printer
Bluetooth Godex MX20
USB P25
Note
The bluetooth function is only available in selected countries with the necessary approvals. For more infor-
mation, contact an authorized METTLER TOLEDO service representative or dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

Read the user documentation of the USB printer for more information on how to set up and operate
the USB printer.

See also
2 Accessories } Page 74

4.8.4.1 Connect a USB printer

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Printer > Printer type.
ð The Printer type window opens.
3 Navigate to USB.
4 Press the OK key.
5 Insert the USB-B plug of USB-A-B cable into the USB-B socket of the printer.
6 Insert the USB-A plug into the USB-A socket of the density meter.
7 Switch on the printer.
ð The connection is established.

See also
2 Configure the automatic printing of results } Page 38
2 Print results } Page 54

22 Installation and commissioning​​ Handheld Density Meter

 4.8.4.2 Connect a bluetooth printer
§ The bluetooth printer is set up and running.
1 Insert the bluetooth dongle into the USB-A socket of the density meter.
2 Press the Menu key.
3 Navigate to Settings > Printer > Printer type.
ð The Printer type window opens.
4 Navigate to Bluetooth.
5 Press the OK key.
6 Navigate to Printer selection.
ð The density meter searches for bluetooth printers.
ð A list of available bluetooth printers is displayed.
7 Navigate to the bluetooth printer you want to connect.
8 Press the OK key.

See also
2 Configure the automatic printing of results } Page 38
2 Print results } Page 54

4.8.4.3 Print a test page

§ The printer is connected and running.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Printer > Test printer.
ð If there is no connection yet, the notification Connecting to printer is displayed.
ð When the connection is established, a test page is printed.

See also
2 Connect a printer } Page 22

4.8.5 Connect to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry

The EasyDirect Density & Refractometry computer software is a data management software to manage a
database of measurement results. The data can be directly exported to the computer software if a computer is
connected, on which the EasyDirect Density & Refractometry computer software is installed.
Read the electronic help of the EasyDirect Density & Refractometry software for more information
on how to operate the computer software.

Procedure
§ EasyDirect Density & Refractometry is installed on the computer.
§ A USB-A-C cable is available.
1 Insert the USB-C plug of the USB-A-C cable into the USB-C socket on the density meter.
2 Insert the USB-A plug into a USB-A socket on the computer.
3 Add the density meter to the list of instruments on EasyDirect Density & Refractometry.
ð The icon is displayed in the status ribbon.

See also
2 Export results to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry } Page 53

Handheld Density Meter Installation and commissioning​​ 23

 4.9 Configure the density meter

4.9.1 Change the date and time format

The following date formats are available:
• dd/mm/yyyy: day/month/year, e.g. 30/11/2020
• mm/dd/yyyy: month/day/year, e.g. 11/30/2020
• yyyy/mm/dd: year/month/day, e.g. 2020/11/30
• dd.mm.yyyy: day.month.year, e.g. 30.11.2020
The following two time formats are available.
• 24 h: 24-hour clock, e.g. 6:30 and 18:30
• am/pm: 12-hour clock, e.g. 6:30 am and 6:30 pm
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Date / Time.
ð The Date / Time window opens.
3 Navigate to Date or Time.
4 To change the date or time, move the navigation joystick up to raise or down to lower the number.
5 To switch between day, month and year or hours and minutes, move the navigation joystick to the left or
right.
6 Press the OK key.
7 Navigate to Date format or Time format.
8 Navigate to the format you want to use.
9 Press the OK key.

4.9.2 Change the temperature unit

Two temperature units are available.
• °C
• °F
When you change the temperature unit, temperatures are displayed in the selected unit. The temperature unit of
results that were determined before you changed the unit remain unchanged.
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Global units > Temperature unit.
ð The Temperature unit window opens.
3 Navigate to the desired Temperature unit.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The temperatures are displayed in the selected unit.

4.9.3 Change the density unit

Three density units are available.
• g/cm³
• kg/m³
• lb/gal (US)
When you change the density unit, density values are displayed in the selected unit. There are two exceptions.
• The densities of results that were determined before you changed the unit remain unchanged.

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 • If you select the unit [lb/gal], the unit [g/cm3] is still used for adjustments and tests.
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Global units > Density unit.
ð The Density unit window opens.
3 Navigate to the desired Density unit.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The densities are displayed in the selected unit

4.9.4 Change energy saver settings

The settings of the parameters Brightness, Energy saver and Auto shutdown influence the power consumption
and thus the battery life.
Parameter Description Values
Brightness Defines the brightness of the screen. 10...100 %
Energy saver Defines if the screen is dimmed when no action has been Off | 30 | 60 | 90 | 120
performed for a given time. seconds
Auto shutdown Defines if the density meter is shut down when no action has Off | 2 | 5 | 10 minutes
been performed for a given time.
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Screen.
ð The Screen window opens.
3 Navigate to the desired parameter and change the settings.

4.9.5 Protect actions with a password

With the parameter Password you can prevent users from performing certain actions without a password. The
following table shows which actions are password-protected.
Action Password protected
Start methods. No
Start tests. No
Start adjustments. Yes
View the configuration of methods, tests and adjustments. No
Change the configuration of methods, tests and adjustments. Yes
Create and delete methods. Yes
View, print and export results. No
Delete all results. Yes
View the settings of the density meter. No
Change the settings of the density meter. Yes
Update the firmware. Yes
Restore factory adjustment. Yes
Restore factory settings. Yes
The password has to be entered once before a user performs a password-protected action and does not have to
be reentered until the density meter is restarted.
If the user forgets the password, the universal password 8606 unlocks all actions and settings.

Handheld Density Meter Installation and commissioning​​ 25

 4.9.5.1 Enable the password protection
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Password > Password protection.
ð The Password protection window opens.
3 Navigate to Yes.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The Password window opens.
5 Enter a password with the navigation joystick.
6 Press the OK key.
7 Reenter the password.
8 Press the OK key.
ð The password has to be entered before the user can perform a protected action.

4.9.5.2 Disable the password protection

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Password > Password protection.
ð The Password protection window opens.
3 Navigate to No.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The Password window opens.
5 Enter the password with the navigation joystick.
6 Press the OK key.
ð Users can perform all actions.

4.9.5.3 Change the password

1 Disable the password protection.
2 Enable the password protection and enter the new password.

4.9.6 Activate and deactivate the auto rotation of the screen

The Auto rotate parameter defines whether the screen rotates by 180° when the density meter is placed on a
bench.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Screen > Auto rotate.
ð The Auto rotate window opens.
3 Navigate to Yes to switch on or No to switch off the Auto rotate mode.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The screen rotates when the density meter is placed on a bench.

4.9.7 Activate and deactivate the audio signal

The parameter Audio signal defines whether an audio signal is played when a key or the navigation joystick is
pressed and when measurements are finished.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Audio signal.
ð The Audio signal window opens.
3 Navigate to Yes to switch on or No to switch off the Audio signal.

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 4 Press the OK key.

4.9.8 Change the keyboard layout

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Language / Keyboard > Keyboard layout.
ð The Keyboard layout window opens.
3 Navigate to the desired keyboard layout.
4 Press the OK key.

4.9.9 Change the language

The system language defines the language of the user interface and printouts.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Language / Keyboard > Language.
ð The Language window opens.
3 Navigate to the desired language.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The user interface is changed to the selected language.

4.9.10 Activate and deactivate a cleaning reminder

Because the measuring cell always contains residue from the last sample, there is a risk that the measuring
cell can be damaged by the sample. To prevent such damages, METTLER TOLEDO recommends that you clean
the measuring cell at the end of each sample series.
To remind users to clean the measuring cell, you can activate a reminder. This reminder is displayed before
manual shutdown of the instrument, and users have to confirm or cancel the reminder before shutting down the
density meter.
Action of the system Cleaning reminder Auto shutdown
When users shut down the density meter, a reminder Yes No
is displayed.
If the density meter automatically shuts down, no Yes Yes
reminder is displayed.
No reminder is displayed when the density meter shuts No Yes/No
down.
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > Measurement > Cleaning reminder.
ð The Cleaning reminder window opens.
3 Navigate to Yes to activate or No to deactivate the Cleaning reminder.
4 Press the OK key.

See also
2 Change energy saver settings } Page 25

Handheld Density Meter Installation and commissioning​​ 27

 5 Configuration of density determinations
Three different types of density determinations are available.
• Methods: determine the density of a sample.
• Test: determine the density of a standard to check that the measurement cell is clean and measuring
accurately.
• Adjustment: determine the density of a standard and adjust the density meter based on the results.

5.1 Create, change or delete a method

5.1.1 Create a method

The new method is listed in the Methods window with the name you enter in the parameter Method ID. If you
do not change the parameter Method ID, it is set by default to (A{X}{X}), e.g. A03.
§ Less than 30 methods are saved.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.
2 Press the New key.
ð The Method settings window opens.
3 Navigate to Method ID and enter a name with up to 25 characters.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The method is listed in the Methods window.
5 Change the parameters as needed.

See also
2 Configure the user guidance } Page 29
2 Configure the measurement reliability } Page 31
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31
2 Configure the automatic documentation of results } Page 37
2 Configure result limits } Page 38

5.1.2 Change a method

§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.
2 Navigate to the method you want to edit.
ð The Method settings window opens.
3 Change the parameters as needed.

See also
2 Configure the user guidance } Page 29
2 Configure the measurement reliability } Page 31
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31
2 Configure the automatic documentation of results } Page 37
2 Configure result limits } Page 38

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 5.1.3 Delete a method
§ More than one method is created.
§ The method you want to delete is not active. The active method is marked by a square.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.
2 Navigate to the method you want to delete.
ð The Method settings window opens.
3 Press the Delete key.
ð The message Do you want to delete the method? is displayed.
4 Navigate to Yes.
5 Press the OK key.
ð The method is no longer listed in the Methods window.

5.2 Change a test

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Test.
ð The Test window opens.
3 Change the parameters as needed.

See also
2 Configure the user guidance } Page 29
2 Configure the automatic documentation of results } Page 37
2 Configure a standard } Page 39
2 Configure the tolerance for a test } Page 39

5.3 Change an adjustment

1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Adjustment.
ð The Adjustment window opens.
3 Change the parameters as needed.

See also
2 Configure the user guidance } Page 29
2 Configure the automatic documentation of results } Page 37
2 Configure a standard } Page 39

5.4 Configure the user guidance

The parameters that are available to configure the user guidance are described in the following chapters.

5.4.1 Define the level of user guidance

The Workflow parameter defines the level of user guidance during the density determination. Two options are
available.
• Manual: users decide how and when to fill the measuring cell, start the measurement and drain or clean
the measuring cell.
• Guided: the density meter prompts the user to fill, drain or clean the measuring cell.

Handheld Density Meter Configuration of density determinations​​ 29

 5.4.2 Define the pump speed
The parameter Fill speed defines the speed of the pump for filling the measuring cell. The sample viscosity
places limits on the fill speed.
Speed level % of maximum pump Fill time for water Viscosity
speed
High 80 % Approx. 4 s Up to 40 mPa*s
Medium 40 % Approx. 8 s Up to 75 mPa*s
Low 10 % Approx. 30 s Up to 100 mPa*s

5.4.3 Define the fill cycle (only guided workflow)

The parameter Fill cycle defines, how many times the measuring cell is filled and emptied before the density is
measured. The sample that is in the measuring cell after the last filling is used for the measurement.
Recommendation:
• Density determination with the sample pump: set Fill cycle to 3.
• Density determination with a syringe: set Fill cycle to 2.

5.4.4 Define the cleaning type (only guided workflow)

Two types of cleaning methods are available, Drain and Rinse.
Drain
The user is prompted to drain the measuring cell after the measurement.
This setting is useful if the samples that are measured dissolve in each other.
Rinse
The user is prompted to fill and drain the measuring cell with a cleaning solution after the measurement. The
parameter Rinse cycle defines how many times the user is prompted to fiil and drain the measuring cell.
This setting is only useful if the samples that are measured do not dissolve in each other.

See also
2 Typical phases of density determinations } Page 42

5.4.5 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of results

After the measurement reliability is achieved, the results are frozen. The parameter Confirmation of results
defines whether users have to confirm the results before they are replaced by the current density value.
Regardless of the setting, all results are stored.
The setting is not method specific but valid for all density determinations.
Action of the system Confirmation of results Workflow
The screen is frozen and the sample pump is locked Yes Guided
until users confirm the result.
The screen is frozen until users confirm the result but Yes Manual
the sample pump is not locked.
Users are prompted to place the filling tube into the No Guided
waste beaker. As soon as users press OK, the result is
replaced by the current density value.
As soon as the user starts draining the cell, the result No Manual
is replaced by the current density value.
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.

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 2 Navigate to Settings > Measurement > Confirmation of results.
ð The Confirmation of results window opens.
3 Navigate to Yes to activate or No to deactivate the Confirmation of results.
4 Press the OK key.

See also
2 Define the level of user guidance } Page 29

5.5 Configure the measurement reliability

Measurement reliability is only available for methods.
The parameter Measurement reliability defines how the stability of a measured value is evaluated. Once a
measured value is determined to be stable, it is saved as a result.
• Medium: The result is saved as soon as the measured temperature value stays within 0.4 °C (0.72 °F) for
10 s. Results are delivered faster, but with less accuracy compared to the High mode.
• High: The result is saved as soon as the measured temperature value stays within 0.2 °C (0.36 °F) for 10
s. Results are very accurate, but may take a longer time compared to the Medium mode in cases where the
sample temperature differs from the ambient temperature.
• Manual (only for unguided density determinations): users decide when the result is stable and save it.

See also
2 Define the level of user guidance } Page 29

5.6 Configure the result conversion

The density meter converts the measured oscillation to the unit you define. The conversions are grouped in the
following categories.
• Density: Density and specific gravity
• Alcohol: Alcohol concentration
• API: American Petroleum Institute (API density, API specific gravity, API degree)
• Baumé: Baumé scale
• H2SO4: Sulfuric acid concentration
• Sugar: Sucrose concentration
• User-defined: Conversion as defined by the user
Select the category and the conversion type
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Methods > Method settings > Calculation > Category
3 Navigate to the desired category.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The Calculation window opens.
5 Navigate to the conversion type you want to use.
6 Press the OK key.
ð The parameters that you need to configure for the selected conversion type are displayed.
You can find more information about the conversion types and the parameters in the following chapters.

5.6.1 Density and specific gravity

Available conversions:
• d: density at the measurement temperature
• d comp.: temperature compensated density

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 • SG: temperature compensated specific gravity
• SG (t/t): specific gravity at the measurement temperature
Density at the measurement temperature
Unit: [g/cm3], [kg/m3] or [lb/gal (US)] as defined in Settings > Global units.
The calculation is based on a reference for the density of water.
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Temperature compensated density

Unit: [g/cm3], [kg/m3] or [lb/gal (US)] as defined in Settings > Global units.
The measured density is converted to the value it would have at a compensation temperature. The following
formula is used to compensate the temperature influence.
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• dcomp: temperature compensated density

• dmeas: density at the measurement temperature
• α: temperature coefficient as defined in Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry, see [Define the temperature-compen-
sation coefficient α } Page 35]
• Tmeas: measurement temperature, temperature of the measuring cell during the measurement
• Tcomp: compensation temperature as defined in Compensation temp.
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• SG: specific gravity

• dcomp(Sample): density of the sample compensated to the temperature defined in Compensation temp. 1.
The temperature influence is compensated by the temperature coefficient α as defined in Alpha*1000 >
Alpha entry. See [Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α } Page 35]
• dcomp(H2O): density of water compensated to the temperature defined in Compensation temp. 2
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• SG(t/t): specific gravity

• d(Sample): density of the sample at the measurement temperature.
• d(H2O): density of water compensated to the measurement temperature.

See also
2 Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α } Page 35
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31
2 Density of pure water (0…40 °C) } Page 77
2 Change the density unit } Page 24

5.6.2 Alcohol concentration

Available calculations:
• Alcohol [% w/w]: mass percent [%w/w]
• Alcohol 60°F [% v/v]: volume percent [%v/v], compensated to 60 °F
• Alcohol 20°C [% v/v]: volume percent [%v/v], compensated to 20 °C
• Proof US 60°F [Proof]: Proof degree with US unit [Proof], compensated to 60 °F

32 Configuration of density determinations​​ Handheld Density Meter

 • Proof IP 60°F [Proof]: Proof degree with IP unit [Proof], compensated to 60 °F

See also
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31

5.6.3 American Petroleum Institute (API)

The conversion of the measured value to the selected unit is based on the tables published by the American
Petroleum institute (API).
The following tables are available.
• Crude oil (A)
• Refined products (B)
• Lubricants (D)
The Compensation temp. parameter defines the compensation temperature.
The Output format defines to which of the following units the result is converted:
• d: API density
• SG: API specific gravity
• °API: API degree

See also
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31

5.6.4 Baumé scale

Unit: [°Bé]
Available conversions:
• H. Bé 15°C [°Bé]: for densities > 1 g/cm3, compensated to 15 °C
• L. Bé 15°C [°Bé]: for densities < 1 g/cm3, compensated to 15 °C
• H. Bé 60°F [°Bé]: for densities > 1 g/cm3, compensated to 60 °F
• L. Bé 60°F [°Bé]: for densities < 1 g/cm3, compensated to 60 °F
The temperature influence is compensated by the temperature coefficient α as defined in Alpha*1000 > Alpha
entry.

See also
2 Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α } Page 35
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31

5.6.5 Sulfuric acid concentration

Available conversions:
• H2SO4 [% w/w]: mass percent [%w/w]
• H2SO4 20°C [% v/v]: volume percent [%v/v], compensated to 20 °C

See also
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31

5.6.6 Sugar concentration

Available conversions:
• Brix [% w/w]: mass percent [w/w %], compensated to 20 °C
• Plato [°P]: degree Plato [°P], compensated to 20 °C

Handheld Density Meter Configuration of density determinations​​ 33

 See also
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31

5.6.7 User defined concentration

You can define a function to convert a density or specific gravity to a concentration. The following steps are
involved:
1. Define the conversion of the measured value to a density or specific gravity.
2. Define the function to convert the density or specific gravity to a concentration.
3. Define the unit and the number of decimal places of the concentration.

See also
2 Define the density or specific gravity } Page 34
2 Define the function } Page 35
2 Define the format of the result } Page 35
2 Configure the result conversion } Page 31

5.6.7.1 Define the density or specific gravity

The conversions are either based on temperature compensated densities (d comp.) or specific gravities (SG).
Define a temperature-compensated density
The following formula is used to calculate the temperature-compensated density.
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• dcomp: temperature compensated density

• dmeas: density at the measurement temperature
• α: temperature coefficient as defined in Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry, see [Define the temperature-compen-
sation coefficient α } Page 35]
• Tmeas: measurement temperature, temperature of the measuring cell during the measurement
• Tcomp: compensation temperature as defined in Compensation temp.
Steps to define a temperature-compensated density:
§ The conversion category is set to User-defined.
1 Navigate to X and select one of the following options: d comp., d comp. - 1 or (1/d comp.) - 1.
2 Navigate to Compensation temp. and define the compensation temperature.
3 Navigate to Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry and define α. See [Define the temperature-compensation coefficient
α } Page 35]
Define a temperature-compensated specific gravity
The following formula is used to calculate the temperature-compensated specific gravity.
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• SG: specific gravity

• dcomp(Sample): density of the sample compensated to the temperature defined in Compensation temp. 1.
The temperature influence is compensated by the temperature coefficient α as defined in Alpha*1000 >
Alpha entry. See [Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α } Page 35]
• dcomp(H2O): density of water compensated to the temperature defined in Compensation temp. 2
Steps to define the temperature-compensated specific gravity:
§ The conversion category is set to User-defined.
1 Navigate to X and select one of the following options: SG, SG-1 or (1/SG)-1.
2 Navigate to Compensation temp. 1 and define the compensation temperature for the sample.

34 Configuration of density determinations​​ Handheld Density Meter

 3 Navigate to Compensation temp. 2 and define the compensation temperature for water.
4 Navigate to Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry and define α. See [Define the temperature-compensation coefficient
α } Page 35]

See also
2 Define the function } Page 35

5.6.7.2 Define the function

You can either use a linear function (Linear (Ax+B)) or a second order polynomial function (2nd order pol.
(Ax²+Bx+C). The functions are based on a graph with the density or specific gravity on the x-axis and the
concentration on the y-axis.
The following formulae are used.
• Linear function: Ax + B
• Second order polynomial function: Ax2 + Bx + C

Procedure
§ The coefficients A and B are known for a linear function.
§ The coefficients A, B and C are known for a second order polynomial function.
1 Navigate to Fit type and select Linear (Ax+B) or 2nd order pol. (Ax²+Bx+C).
2 Press the OK key.
3 Enter the values for the coefficients.
Calculate the coefficients A, B and C
1 If you want to use a second order polynomial function, prepare at least 4 solutions with different concen-
trations.
2 If you want to use a linear function, prepare at least 2 solutions with different concentrations.
3 Determine the density or specific gravity you want to use for each concentration.
4 Plot the concentration (y-axis) against the density or specific gravity (x-axis).
5 Fit a line or second order polynomial to the curve.

See also
2 Define the density or specific gravity } Page 34

5.6.7.3 Define the format of the result

Using the parameters Unit and Decimal places, you can define the unit and the number of decimal places for
the display of the current value and the result.

5.6.8 Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α

The temperature-compensation coefficient α is used to convert a measured value to a reference temperature.
You have three options to define α.
• Manual: users enter the value for α that they calculated or read from a table.
• Calculated: the density meter calculates α based on a linear equation and densities and temperatures that
users enter.
• 2nd order pol. (ax²+bx+c): the density meter calculates α based on a second order polynomial using
coefficients that users enter.

See also
2 Density and specific gravity } Page 31
2 Baumé scale } Page 33
2 Define the density or specific gravity } Page 34

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 5.6.8.1 Enter a known value for α
§ The result of α*1000 is known.
1 Navigate to Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry and select Manual.
2 Press the OK key.
3 Navigate to Alpha*1000.
4 Enter the value for α*1000.
5 Press the OK key.
Calculate α
1 Measure the density (d1) at a temperature (T1) above the normal measuring temperature.
2 Measure the density (d2) at a temperature (T2) below the normal measuring temperature.
3 Use the measured densities and the temperatures I
in [°C] to calculate α according to the following ȼ"   99
I
formula.
4 Calculate the result of α*1000.
Example
Density at 26 °C (T1) = 0.7844 g/cm3
Density at 15 °C (T2) = 0.7937 g/cm3

See also
2 Temperature-compensation coefficients α } Page 77

5.6.8.2 The density meter calculates a fixed value for α

§ The density (d1) at a temperature (T1) above the normal measuring temperature is known.
§ The density (d2) at a temperature (T2) below the normal measuring temperature is known.
1 Navigate to Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry and select Calculated.
2 Navigate to Density 1 and enter the value for d1.
3 Navigate to Temperature 1 and enter the value for T1.
4 Navigate to Density 2 and enter the value for d2.
5 Navigate to Temperature 2 and enter the value for T2.
ð The density meter calculates the value for Alpha*1000 and displays it.

See also
2 List of errors and problems } Page 65

5.6.8.3 Define the second order polynomial used to calculate α

The density meter can use the following second order polynomial to calculate α.

ȼ" FIRJFXGIRJFXH

Procedure
§ The three coefficients a, b and c are known.
1 Navigate to Alpha*1000 > Alpha entry and select 2nd order pol. (ax²+bx+c).
2 Press the OK key.
3 Enter the values for the coefficients a, b and c.

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 Calculate the coefficients a, b and c
1 Prepare at least 4 solutions with different concentrations.
2 Define two temperatures, one above und one below the normal measurement temperature.
3 Measure the density of each solution at both temperatures.
4 Calculate the temperature-compensation coefficient α for each solution.
5 Plot the values for α (y-axis) against the densities (x-axis) measured at one of the temperatures.
6 Fit a second order polynomial to the curve.

See also
2 List of errors and problems } Page 65

5.7 Configure the automatic documentation of results

NOTICE
Loss of data
A maximum of 1100 results is saved in the density meter. When the result list contains
1100 results and a new results is saved, the oldest result is overwritten.
− Print or export the results before the maximum number of results is reached.

See also
2 Change a method } Page 28
2 Change a test } Page 29
2 Change an adjustment } Page 29

5.7.1 Configure the sample or standard identifier

You can define what kind of identifier is assigned to a sample or to a standard.
Automatic numbering is only available for methods.
Action of the system Sample ID entry Sample ID
Standard ID entry Standard ID
No identifier is assigned to the sample or the standard. None Not available
• The identifier you define in the Sample ID Fixed 0…25 characters
parameter is assigned to all samples measured
with the same method.
• The identifier you define in the Standard ID
parameter is assigned to all standards measured
with the same test.
Users enter the identifier before the density Variable Not available
measurement starts.
• Guided density determination: users are prompted
to enter the identifier when the method starts. The
density determination continues when the user has
entered a valid identifier.
• Unguided density determination: Users have to
enter the identifier before the measurement starts
but are not prompted to do so. If they do not enter
an identifier, the identifier of the previous sample is
used.

Handheld Density Meter Configuration of density determinations​​ 37

 Action of the system Sample ID entry Sample ID
Standard ID entry Standard ID
An automatically generated identifier is assigned to the Automatic numbering Not available
sample. The identifier automatically increases by 1,
when a new measurement is started with the same
method.

5.7.2 Configure the automatic printing of results

The Printout parameter defines whether a result is automatically printed when it is saved and which information
is printed.
• None: No report is printed.
• Short: A short report is printed.
• Long: A long report is printed
Information Methods Test Adjustment
Date / Time Short/Long Short/Long Short/Long
Method ID Short/Long – –
Sample ID Short/Long – –
Application name with – Short/Long Short/Long
standard
Standard ID – Short/Long Short/Long
Status Short/Long Short/Long –
Calculation Short/Long – –
Density Short/Long Short/Long Short/Long
Dev. d – Short/Long Short/Long
Temp. Short/Long Short/Long Short/Long
d nominal – Short/Long Short/Long
SNR Long Long Long
Additional settings like the Long Long Long
compensation temperature
and the temperature-
compensation coefficient α

See also
2 Connect a printer } Page 22

5.7.3 Configure the automatic export of results

Results are automatically exported to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry if the density meter is connected to a
computer with the software installed.

See also
2 Connect to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry } Page 23

5.8 Configure result limits

Result limits are only available for methods.
The Result limits parameter defines whether the density meter evaluates if a result lies within a defined range.
The parameters Lower limit and Upper limit define the range.
• Result within the limits: the background of the measuring ribbon turns green.

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 • Result outside the limits: the background of the measuring ribbon turns red and the text Out of limits is
displayed in the sampling ribbon
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Methods > Method settings > Calculation > Result limits.
3 To deactivate Result limits, navigate to No.
4 To activate Result limits, navigate to Yes.
5 Press the OK key.
ð Lower limit and Upper limit are displayed.
6 Set the Lower limit and Upper limit.

5.9 Configure a standard

Use water as standard
§ The Test window or the Adjustment window are open.
1 Navigate to Standard type and select Water.
2 Press the OK key.
ð The density meter uses predefined values for the Test or the Adjustment.
Use another substance as standard
§ The Test window or the Adjustment window are open.
1 Navigate to Standard type and select Other standard.
2 Press the OK key.
3 Navigate to Compensation temp. and enter the compensation temperature.
4 Navigate to d nominal and enter the nominal density of the standard at the temperature you entered as
compensation temperature.
5 Navigate to Alpha*1000 and define the temperature-compensation coefficient α.

See also
2 Define the temperature-compensation coefficient α } Page 35

5.10 Configure the tolerance for a test

The Tolerance d parameter is used to evaluate the measured density and decide if the test passed or failed.
Recommendations for defining the value for Tolerance d:
• Deionized water: 2*(instrument resolution + operator repeatability)
• Certified organic standards with a high temperature-compensation coefficient: uncertainty of the standard +
limit of error of instrument + temperature error + 2*operator repeatability
The operator repeatability is the standard deviation of ten density determinations performed by the operator.

Handheld Density Meter Configuration of density determinations​​ 39

 6 Operation
6.1 Start up the density meter
− Press one of the keys (1) or the navigation
joystick (2).
ð A short beep is played.
ð A welcome message is displayed.
ð The home screen opens. The density meter is ready to
use. 1

6.2 Shut down the density meter

− Press and hold any of the keys or the navigation joystick for more than 3 s.
ð A beep is played and the screen goes dark.
ð The control circuits for the keys and the navigation joystick are energized. The rest of the density meter is no
longer energized.
Shut down using the Menu
§ The home screen is open.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Shut down.
ð The dialog Do you want to shut down the instrument? opens.
3 Press the Yes key.
ð A beep is played and the screen goes dark.
ð The control circuits for the keys and the navigation joystick are energized. The rest of the density meter is no
longer energized.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate a cleaning reminder } Page 27

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 6.3 Navigate and enter information

6.3.1 Navigate through menus and confirm settings

1 Press the Menu key.
2 To navigate to a desired menu, move the navigation
joystick up or down.
3 To navigate to a submenu of the selected menu, move
the navigation joystick to the right.
4 To go back, move the navigation joystick to the left.

Confirm settings
In every menu, where the function of key 3 is marked with a green bar, you can press the navigation joystick to
confirm the selection.
Shortcut to the method list
§ The home screen is open.
− Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.

6.3.2 Enter text and numbers

§ The keyboard window is open.
1 Navigate to the character, number, symbol or icon.
2 Press the navigation joystick to confirm the selection of the character, number, symbol or icon.
3 To confirm the entered information and leave the keyboard window, press the OK key.
Keyboard overview

Method ID

8
7 Min. 1 Max. 25
6

1
5 2
3
Cancel OK

4
No. Icon Function
1 Cycles between the screens with small, capital or special characters.

2 Deletes all entered characters.

3 Deletes the character to the left of the cursor.

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 No. Icon Function
4 Moves the cursor.
5 – Displays available characters, numbers and symbols.
6 – Maximum number of characters you can enter.
7 – Minimum number of characters you need to enter.
8 – Displays the entered characters.

See also
2 Change the keyboard layout } Page 27

6.4 Typical phases of density determinations

Density determinations include the following two phases.
• Fill the measuring cell with sample and perform the measurement.
• Prepare the measuring cell for the next sample.

6.4.1 Fill the measuring cell and measure the density

Because the measuring cell always contains residue from the previous sample or the cleaning solution, it is
important that you remove the residue using the new sample. Make sure that the residue is soluble in the new
sample. To remove any residue from the previous sample, fill and empty the measuring cell three times with the
new sample.
To achieve good results, make sure that the measuring cell contains only the sample you want to measure and
that there are no bubbles in the measuring cell.
You can use the sample pump or syringes to fill, drain and rinse the measuring cell. The sample pump is used
for samples with a viscosity up to 100 mPa*s. Syringes are typically used if the viscosity of the samples is
above 100 mPa*s.

See also
2 Example: Density determination using the sample pump } Page 42
2 Example: Density determination using a syringe } Page 45
2 Example: Density determination of cold or hot samples } Page 48

6.4.2 Prepare the measuring cell for the next sample

At the end of this phase, the residue in the measuring cell must be soluble in the next sample. The solubility of
the sample defines if you can just drain the measuring cell or if you need to rinse it as well.
• The next sample dissolves the sample you just measured: you can just drain the measuring cell.
• The next sample does not dissolve the sample you just measured: you have to drain the measuring cell and
rinse it with a cleaning solution. The cleaning solution must dissolve the sample that you just measured
and the next sample. When you rinse the measuring cell, the cleaning solution removes the residue from
the original sample.

See also
2 Clean the measuring cell } Page 56

6.5 Example: Density determination using the sample pump

The following chapters show you how to configure and perform a density determination of deionized water at
room temperature (23 °C or 73.4 °F).
Summary of the configuration
• Guided density determination
• Filling and draining with the sample pump

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 • Evaluation if result lies within specified limits
For additional information about the configuration of a method, read the chapter [Configuration of density deter-
minations } Page 28].

6.5.1 Configure the method

§ The density unit is set to [g/cm3].
§ Confirmation of results in Settings is activated.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.
2 Press the New key.
ð The Method settings window opens.
3 Navigate to Method ID and enter a name with up to 25 characters.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The method is listed in the Methods window.
5 Change the parameter settings to the values shown in the following table.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Workflow Guided The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell.
Sample ID entry Variable The density meter prompts users to enter the identifier
before the density is measured.
Fill cycle 3 The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell twice and then fill the measuring cell
for the measurement.
Fill speed High The pump fills the measuring cell with 80 % of the
maximum pump speed.
Measurement reliability Medium The result is saved as soon as the measured
temperature value stays within 0.4 °C (0.72 °F) for
10 s.
Calculation > Category Density A density is calculated.
Calculation > Calculation d The density is not compensated to a certain
temperature.
Calculation > Result Yes The density meter evaluates if the result is within a
limits defined range.
Lower limit 0.9972 g/cm3 Defines the lower limit of the range.
3
Upper limit 0.9977 g/cm Defines the upper limit of the range.
Clean Drain Users are prompted to drain the measuring cell.
Printout None The result is not printed.

See also
2 Change the density unit } Page 24
2 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of results } Page 30
2 Configuration of density determinations } Page 28

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 6.5.2 Perform the density determination

Start the method

§ The density meter is set up to work with the sample pump.
§ The piston is in the lowermost position.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
2 Navigate to the method you want to use and press the Start key.
ð The home screen opens.
3 Press the Start key.
ð The Sample ID window opens.
4 Enter the identifier.
5 Press the OK key.
Rinse the measuring cell
1 Immerse the filling tube into the sample (1).
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (2).
4 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
5 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.
6 Repeat the steps once.

2
1

Fill the measuring cell and measure the density

1 Immerse the filling tube into the sample (1).
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Make sure there are no bubbles in the measuring cell.
ð The measurement starts.
ð When the background of the measuring ribbon
changes color, the measurement is finished.
ð The measured value is saved in the results.
4 Press the OK key.
1

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 Drain the measuring cell
1 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (1).
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
3 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.

6.6 Example: Density determination using a syringe

The following chapters show you how to configure and perform a density determination of a viscous sample
such as 40 % w/w sugar solution at room temperature (23 °C or 73.4 °F).
Summary of the configuration
• Guided density determination
• Filling and draining with a syringe
For additional information about the configuration of a method, read the chapter [Configuration of density deter-
minations } Page 28].

6.6.1 Configure the method

§ Confirmation of results in Settings is activated.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.
2 Press the New key.
ð The Method settings window opens.
3 Navigate to Method ID and enter a name with up to 25 characters.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The method is listed in the Methods window.
5 Change the parameter settings to the values shown in the following table.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Workflow Guided The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell.
Sample ID entry Variable The density meter prompts users to enter the identifier
before the density is measured.
Fill cycle 2 The density meter prompts users to rinse the
measuring cell and then fill the measuring cell for the
measurement.
Fill speed High Has no effect because the syringe mode is activated.
Measurement reliability Medium The result is saved as soon as the measured
temperature value stays within 0.4 °C (0.72 °F) for
10 s.

Handheld Density Meter Operation​​ 45

 Parameter Setting Explanation
Calculation > Category Sugar A sugar concentration is calculated.
Calculation > Calculation Brix A Brix value is calculated.
Calculation > Result None The density meter does not evaluate if the result is
limits within a defined range.
Clean Drain Users are prompted to drain the measuring cell.
Printout None The result is not printed.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of results } Page 30

6.6.2 Perform the density determination

Start the method

§ The density meter is set up to work with a syringe.
§ The measuring cell is drained.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
2 Navigate to the method you want to use and press the Start key.
ð The home screen opens.
3 Press the Start key.
ð The Sample ID window opens.
4 Enter the identifier.
5 Press the OK key.
Rinse the measuring cell
1 Fill a new syringe with sample.
2 Insert the syringe into the connector for the syringe.

46 Operation​​ Handheld Density Meter

 3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (1).
4 Press the syringe plunger continuously into the syringe.
ð The sample flows through the measuring cell and
removes the residue from the previous sample.
5 Pull the plunger continuously out of the syringe.
ð The sample is pulled back into the syringe and the
measuring cell fills with air.
6 Remove the syringe and empty it into a suitable waste
beaker.

Fill the measuring cell and measure the density

1 Fill a new syringe with sample.
2 Insert the syringe into the connector for the syringe.

3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (1).

4 Press the syringe plunger slowly (5…10 cm/s) and
continuously into the syringe until only a small amount
of sample is left in the syringe.
ð The sample flows with a laminar flow into the
measuring cell.
5 Leave the syringe in the connector.
6 Make sure there are no bubbles in the measuring cell.
7 Press the OK key.
ð The measurement starts.
ð When the background of the measuring ribbon 1
changes color, the measurement is finished.
ð The measured value is saved in the results.
8 Press the OK key.

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 Drain the measuring cell
1 Pull the plunger continuously out of the syringe.
ð The sample is pulled back into the syringe and the
measuring cell fills with air.
2 Remove the syringe and empty it into a suitable waste
beaker.

6.7 Example: Density determination of cold or hot samples

To achieve good results, the measuring cell and the sample must have the same temperature. If you fill the
measuring cell with a sample that is more than 5 °C (9 °F) above or below the temperature displayed on the
home screen, this condition is not met. Because the density meter has no active temperature control, you must
wait until the temperature of the measuring cell and the temperature of the sample are the same, before you
make the measurement.
The following chapters show you how to configure and perform a density determination of deionized water that
is more than 5 °C (9 °F) above or below the temperature displayed on the home screen.
Summary of the configuration
• Unguided density determination
• Filling and draining with the sample pump
For additional information about the configuration of a method, read the chapter [Configuration of density deter-
minations } Page 28].

6.7.1 Configure the method

§ The density unit is set to [g/cm3].
§ Confirmation of results in Settings is activated.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
ð The Methods window opens.
2 Press the New key.
ð The Method settings window opens.
3 Navigate to Method ID and enter a name with up to 25 characters.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The method is listed in the Methods window.
5 Change the parameter settings to the values shown in the following table.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Workflow Manual Users define their individual measuring workflows.
Sample ID entry Variable Users need to enter the identifier before they start the
measurement.
Fill speed High The pump fills the measuring cell with 80 % of the
maximum pump speed.
Measurement reliability Medium The result is saved as soon as the measured
temperature value stays within 0.4 °C (0.72 °F) for
10 s.

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 Parameter Setting Explanation
Calculation > Category Density A density is calculated.
Calculation > Calculation d The density is not compensated to a certain
temperature.
Calculation > Result None The density meter does not evaluate if the result is
limits within a defined range.
Clean Drain Users are prompted to drain the measuring cell.
Printout None The result is not printed.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of results } Page 30

6.7.2 Perform the density determination

Start the method

§ The density meter is set up to work with the sample pump.
§ The piston is in the lowermost position.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Move the navigation joystick to the left.
2 Navigate to the method you want to use and press the Start key.
ð The home screen opens.
3 To enter a Sample ID, move the navigation joystick to the right.
ð The Sample ID window opens.
4 Enter the identifier.
5 Press the OK key.
Rinse the measuring cell
1 Immerse the filling tube into the sample (1).
2 Move the navigation joystick upwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (2).
4 Move the navigation joystick downwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
5 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.
6 Repeat the steps once.

2
1

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 Fill the measuring cell and measure the density
1 Immerse the filling tube into the sample (1).
2 Move the navigation joystick upwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Make sure there are no bubbles in the measuring cell.
4 Press the Start key.
ð The measurement starts.
ð When the background of the measuring ribbon
changes color, the measurement is finished.
ð The measured value is saved in the results.
1
5 Press the OK key.
6 Wait for about 20 seconds and press the Start key again.
ð The sample that is still in the measuring cell is measured again.
7 Tap Results and compare the last two results.
8 Tap Back.
9 If the results are not the same, continue to measure the same sample until the temperatures and the results
of two measurements in a row are the same.
Drain the measuring cell
1 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (1).
2 Move the navigation joystick downwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
3 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.

6.8 Stop a method

Stop a method when working with the sample pump
1 Press the Stop key.
2 If you stopped the method before you started to fill the measuring cell, you do not need to do anything else.
3 If you have started to fill the measuring cell before you stopped the method, drain the measuring cell. See
[Drain the measuring cell } Page 66]
4 Clean the measuring cell. See [Clean using the sample pump } Page 57]
Stop a method when working with a syringe
1 Press the Stop key.
2 If you stopped the method before you started to fill the measuring cell, you do not need to do anything else.
3 If you have started to fill the measuring cell before you stopped the method, drain the measuring cell. See
[Drain the measuring cell } Page 66]
4 Clean the measuring cell. See [Clean using a syringe } Page 57]

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 6.9 Read and write information with the RFID reader (DensitoPro only)
With the RFID reader, you can read or write identifiers for samples or standards to Smart Tags.
The RFID reader only recognizes the following characters.
• A-Z
• a-z
• 0-9
Metal containers interfere with reading and writing to Smart Tags. For this reason you need to place the Smart
Tag (1) on a SmartSample film (2).

1
2

See also
2 Miscellaneous accessories } Page 75

6.9.1 Write information to a Smart Tag

§ The RFID reader is activated.
§ METTLER TOLEDO Smart Tags are available.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Settings > RFID / Barcode >Write ID to RFID tag.
ð The icon is displayed in the status ribbon.
3 Enter the identifier.
4 Hold the RFID reader over a Smart Tag and press the
Write key.
ð An audio signal is played and the notification RFID
tag is written is displayed.
ð The identifier is saved on the Smart Tag. <2 cm
See also
2 Activate and deactivate the RFID reader (DensitoPro
only) } Page 16

6.9.2 Read information from a Smart Tag

Enter the identifier of a sample or a standard

§ The RFID reader is activated.
§ The parameter Sample ID entry or Standard ID entry is set to Variable.
− When you are prompted to enter an identifier, press the
RFID key and hold the RFID reader over the Smart Tag.
ð An audio signal is played and the identifier is saved.

<2 cm

Read information from a Smart Tag

§ The RFID reader is activated.
1 Press the Menu key.

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 2 Navigate to Settings > RFID / Barcode > Scan RFID tag.
ð The notification Scan RFID tag is displayed.
3 Hold the RFID reader over a Smart Tag and wait until
an audio signal is played.
ð The read information is displayed.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate the RFID reader (DensitoPro <2 cm
only) } Page 16
2 Configuration of density determinations } Page 28

6.10 Read information with the barcode reader (DensitoPro only)

With the barcode reader, you can read identifiers for samples and standards from linear barcodes.
The barcode reader only recognizes the following characters.
• A-Z
• a-z
• 0-9

Procedure
§ The barcode reader is activated.
§ The parameter Sample ID entry or Standard ID entry is set to Variable.
− When you are prompted to enter an identifier, press the Barcode key and hold the barcode reader over the
barcode.
ð An audio signal is played and the identifier is saved.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate the barcode reader (DensitoPro only) } Page 16
2 Configuration of density determinations } Page 28

6.11 View, export, print and delete results

6.11.1 View results

§ The home screen is open.
1 Press the Results key.
ð A list with all results is displayed.
2 To view an individual result, navigate to the result and move the navigation joystick to the right.

6.11.2 Delete all results

You can only delete all results but not individual results or a subgroup of results.
§ The home screen is open.
1 Press the Results key.
2 Press the Delete key.
ð The message Do you want to delete all results? is displayed.
3 Press the Yes key.
ð An empty list is displayed.

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 6.11.3 Export and print results

NOTICE
Loss of data
A maximum of 1100 results is saved in the density meter. When the result list contains
1100 results and a new results is saved, the oldest result is overwritten.
− Print or export the results before the maximum number of results is reached.

You can export or print results if you have the required accessories.
• To export results you need the EasyDirect Density & Refractometry software or a USB flash drive.
• To print results, you need a compatible USB printer or bluetooth printer.

See also
2 Accessories } Page 74
2 Connect to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry } Page 23
2 Connect a printer } Page 22

6.11.3.1 Export results to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry

Export an individual result

§ EasyDirect Density & Refractometry is connected.
§ An individual result is displayed.
1 Press the Report key.
2 Navigate to Option and select EasyDirect.
3 Press the OK key.
4 Press the Start key.
ð The export is completed and the result is displayed.
Export all results or a subset of results
§ EasyDirect Density & Refractometry is connected.
§ The result list is displayed.
1 Press the Report key.
2 Navigate to Option and select EasyDirect.
3 Press the OK key.
4 To export all results, deactivate the filter.
5 To export a subset of results, configure the filter.
6 Press the Start key.
ð The export is completed and the result list is displayed.

See also
2 Configure the filter } Page 55
2 Connect to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry } Page 23

6.11.3.2 Export results to a USB flash drive

Individual results, subsets of results or all results can be exported as CSV files to a USB flash drive. Each time
an export is performed, the data is stored in a new CSV file.

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 Characteristics of the CSV files
• A CSV file only contains data of one method type. Example: If results from test methods and measurement
methods are exported, they are saved to two separate CSV files. One file contains the results from the test
methods. The other file contains the results from the measurement methods.
• File names are constructed according to the following pattern: Method type_product type_serial
number_date_time.csv. Example: MeasureExport_DensitoPro_A001711238_20200519_073724.csv
• Data delimiter: tab

Export an individual result

§ A USB flash drive is connected.
§ An individual result is displayed.
1 Press the Report key.
2 Navigate to Option and select USB stick.
3 Press the OK key.
4 Press the Start key.
ð The result is exported.
Export all results or a subset of results
§ A USB flash drive is connected.
§ The result list is displayed.
1 Press the Report key.
2 Navigate to Option and select USB stick.
3 Press the OK key.
4 To export all results, deactivate the filter.
5 To export a subset of results, configure the filter.
6 Press the Start key.
ð The results are exported.

See also
2 Configure the filter } Page 55

6.11.3.3 Print results

The Printout parameter defines whether a result is automatically printed when it is saved and which information
is printed.
Information Methods Test Adjustment
Date / Time Short/Long Short/Long Short/Long
Method ID Short/Long – –
Sample ID Short/Long – –
Application name with – Short/Long Short/Long
standard
Standard ID – Short/Long Short/Long
Status Short/Long Short/Long –
Calculation Short/Long – –
Density Short/Long Short/Long Short/Long
Dev. d – Short/Long Short/Long
Temp. Short/Long Short/Long Short/Long
d nominal – Short/Long Short/Long
SNR Long Long Long

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 Information Methods Test Adjustment
Additional settings like the Long Long Long
compensation temperature
and the temperature-
compensation coefficient α
Print an individual result
§ A printer is connected.
§ An individual result is displayed.
1 Press the Report key.
2 Navigate to Option and select Print.
3 Press the OK key.
4 Navigate to Printout and set it to Short or Long as needed.
5 Press the OK key.
ð The result is printed.
Print all results or a subset of results
§ A printer is connected.
§ The result list is displayed.
1 Press the Report key.
2 Navigate to Option and select Print.
3 Press the OK key.
4 Navigate to Printout and set it to Short or Long as needed.
5 Press the OK key.
6 To print all results, deactivate the filter.
7 To print a subset of results, configure the filter.
8 Press the Start key.
ð The results are printed.

See also
2 Configure the filter } Page 55
2 Connect a printer } Page 22

6.11.3.4 Configure the filter

If you activate the filter, you can print or export a subset of the results. The following filters are available.
• Off: Filter is deactivated and all results are printed or exported.
• Today: Only the results from current day are printed or exported.
• Range: Only the results within the set date range are printed or exported.
Procedure
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Results > Report > Filter.
3 Select the desired Filter type.
4 Press the OK key.
5 If you selected Range, define the values for Start date and End date.

See also
2 Export results to a USB flash drive } Page 53
2 Export results to EasyDirect Density & Refractometry } Page 53
2 Print results } Page 54

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 7 Maintenance
In this chapter you find descriptions of the maintenance tasks you should perform on your density meter. Any
other maintenance tasks need to be performed by a service technician that has been qualified by METTLER
TOLEDO.
If you experience problems with your density meter, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO service repre-
sentative or dealer.
METTLER TOLEDO recommends that a preventive maintenance and calibration certification is done at least once
a year through your authorized METTLER TOLEDO service representative or dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

7.1 Maintenance schedule

If the standard operating procedures of your company require other maintenance intervals, use the intervals
listed in the standard operating procedures.
Frequency Task See
Daily Clean the measuring cell at the end of the work [Clean the measuring
day. cell } Page 56]
Perform a test with deionized water. [Check the measurement
accuracy } Page 60]

See also
2 Activate and deactivate a cleaning reminder } Page 27

7.2 Clean the density meter

NOTICE
Damage to the density meter due to inappropriate cleaning methods
Inappropriate cleaning agents can damage the housing or other parts of the density meter. If
liquids enter the housing, they can damage the density meter.
1 Make sure the cleaning agent is compatible with the material of the part you want to
clean.
2 Make sure that no liquid enters the interior of the density meter.

If you have questions about the compatibility of cleaning agents, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO
service representative or dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

7.2.1 Clean the housing

METTLER TOLEDO recommends the following cleaning agents:
• Water
• Water with a mild detergent

Procedure
§ The density meter is shut down.
− Wipe the housing with a cloth moistened with the cleaning agent.

7.2.2 Clean the measuring cell

Because the measuring cell always contains residue from the last sample, there is a risk that the measuring
cell can be damaged by the sample. To prevent such damages, METTLER TOLEDO recommends that you clean
the measuring cell at the end of each sample series.

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 To clean the measuring cell, you need to rinse the measuring cell with a cleaning solution. The cleaning
solution must have the following properties.
• Does not chemically interact with the material of the measuring cell.
• Dissolves the sample that was just measured.
• Evaporates without leaving incrustations.
METTLER TOLEDO recommends the following cleaning solutions.
Sample Cleaning solution
Water Deionized water
Water based
Acids, concentrated Water (flush the measuring cell with plenty of water to remove the
heat from the reaction of water and acid)
Alkaline, concentrated 0.3…0.5 % deconex solution
Samples with fats or oily compoents 0.3…0.5 % deconex solution
Petrochemical samples Toluene, xylene or petrol ether mixtures
Edible oils and fats

See also
2 Activate and deactivate a cleaning reminder } Page 27

7.2.2.1 Clean using the sample pump

§ The density meter is set up to work with the sample pump.
§ The cleaning solution is defined and available.
§ The piston is in the lowermost position.
1 Immerse the filling tube in the cleaning solution (1).
2 Move the navigation joystick upwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Lift the filling tube out of the cleaning solution and hold
it over the waste beaker (2).
4 Move the navigation joystick downwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
5 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.
6 Repeat the steps until all residue from the sample is
removed.
7 Move the navigation joystick upwards and let go.
ð The sample pump fills the measuring cell with air. 2
8 Move the navigation joystick downwards and let go. 1
ð Most of the cleaning solution is removed from the
measuring cell.
9 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.

7.2.2.2 Clean using a syringe

§ The density meter is set up to work with a syringe.
§ The cleaning solution is defined and available.
§ The measuring cell is drained.
1 Fill a syringe with the cleaning solution.

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 2 Insert the syringe into the connector for the syringe.

3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (1).

4 Press the plunger continuously into the syringe until the
syringe is empty.

5 Pull the plunger continuously out of the syringe.

ð The cleaning solution is pulled back into the
syringe and the measuring cell fills with air.
6 Remove the syringe and empty it into a suitable waste
beaker.
7 Repeat the steps until all residue from the sample is
removed.

7.2.3 Clean the cylinder and the piston of the sample pump
If rinsing is not enough to clean the cylinder and the piston, you can remove both for more thorough cleaning.

7.2.3.1 Disassemble the cylinder and remove the piston

1 Remove the cylinder and the piston from the density meter. See [Remove the cylinder and the
piston } Page 63].

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 2 Push the piston (1) into the cylinder until it touches the
bottom section (2) of the cylinder.
1
3 Carefully apply pressure to the piston (1) and push the
bottom section (2) partway out of the glass section of
1
the cylinder (3).
4 Pull the bottom section (2) out of the glass 3
section (3).
2 2

5 Pull the piston (1) out of the glass section (2).

7.2.3.2 Clean the piston and the cylinder sections

METTLER TOLEDO recommends the following cleaning agents:
• Water
• Water with a mild detergent

Procedure
1 Wipe the piston and the cylinder sections with a cloth moistened with the cleaning agent.
2 If needed, soak the piston and the cylinder sections in the cleaning agent.
3 If needed, scrub the piston and the cylinder sections with a non-abrasive brush.
4 Rinse the piston and the cylinder sections with deionized water.
5 Dry the piston and the cylinder sections.

See also
2 Technical data } Page 70

7.2.3.3 Assemble the cylinder and install the piston

1 Insert the bottom section (3) into the glass section (1).
2 Push the bottom section (3) into the glass section (1)
until the ledge (2) touches the glass. 4
3 Insert the piston (4) into the glass section (1).
4 Install the cylinder and the piston into the density
meter. See [Install the cylinder and the
1 1
piston } Page 64].

2
3

7.2.4 Clean the protective cover

The protective cover is made of EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer (M-class) rubber).

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 METTLER TOLEDO recommends the following cleaning agents:
• Water
• Water with a mild detergent

Procedure
§ The density meter is shut down.
1 Remove the protective cover.
2 Wipe the outside and the inside of the protective cover with a cloth moistened with the cleaning agent.

See also
2 Install and remove the protective cover } Page 21
2 Clean the housing } Page 56

7.3 Check the measurement accuracy

To check the measurement accuracy of the density meter, you need to configure and perform a test.
For additional information about the configuration of a test, read the chapter [Configuration of density determi-
nations } Page 28].

7.3.1 Example: Test with water

The following chapters show you how to configure and perform a guided test with deionized water at room
temperature (23 °C or 73.4 °F).

7.3.1.1 Configure the test

§ The density unit is set to [g/cm3].
§ Confirmation of results in Settings is activated.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Test.
ð The Test window opens.
3 Change the parameter settings to the values shown in the following table.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Workflow Guided The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell.
Standard type Water The density meter uses predefined values for the water
measurement.
Standard ID entry Variable The density meter prompts users to enter the identifier
before the density is measured.
Fill cycle 3 The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell twice and then fill the measuring cell
for the measurement.
Fill speed High The pump fills the measuring cell with 80 % of the
maximum pump speed.
Tolerance d 0.0002 g/cm3 The result is marked as passed if it falls within the
following range.
d nominal ± Tolerance d
Clean Drain Users are prompted to drain the measuring cell.
Printout None The result is not printed.

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 See also
2 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of results } Page 30
2 Change the density unit } Page 24

7.3.1.2 Perform the test

Start the test
§ The density meter is set up to work with the sample pump.
§ The measuring cell has been cleaned.
§ The piston is in the lowermost position.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Test.
ð The Test window opens.
3 Press the Start key.
ð The home screen opens.
4 Press the Start key.
ð The Standard ID window opens.
5 Enter the identifier.
6 Press the OK key.
Rinse the measuring cell
1 Immerse the filling tube in the water.
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its uppermost position.
3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker.
4 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its lowermost position.
5 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.
6 Repeat the steps once.
Fill the measuring cell and measure the density
1 Immerse the filling tube in the water.
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its uppermost position.
3 Make sure there are no bubbles in the measuring cell.
ð The measurement starts.
ð When the background of the measuring ribbon changes color, the measurement is finished.
ð The measured value is saved in the results.
4 Press the OK key.
Drain the measuring cell
1 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker.
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its lowermost position.
3 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.

7.3.2 Measures if a test fails

1 Check if the correct standard has been used, and if needed repeat the test with the correct standard.

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 2 If the test continues to fail, clean the measuring cell with a cleaning solution that dissolves your samples
and dissolves in the standard.
3 Repeat the test.
4 If the test continues to fail, repeat the test twice and compare all three results.
5 If the results are not the same, clean the measuring cell and perform tests until the test passes or the results
of three consecutive tests are the same.
6 If the test continues to fail and the results of three consecutive tests are the same, restore the factory
adjustment data and repeat the test.
7 If the test continues to fail, perform an adjustment.

See also
2 Clean the measuring cell } Page 56
2 Restore the factory-adjustment data } Page 66
2 Adjust the measurement accuracy } Page 66

7.4 Replace the battery

CAUTION
Injury or damage due to incorrect handling of the battery
The battery can explode or ignite if it is not handled correctly.
1 Do not store or use the battery at temperatures below -20 °C or above 60 °C.
2 Do not subject the battery to mechanical stresses like pressure, bending or impacts.

The density meter works with a rechargeable 2400 mAh Li-Ion battery that you can order from METTLER
TOLEDO.
1 Press on the lower part (1) of the battery cover and
push the battery cover up.
2 Pull the upper part of the battery out of the battery
compartment and lift the battery out.

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 3 Insert the lower part of the battery at an angle into the
battery compartment.
4 Push the upper part of the battery into the battery
compartment.
5 Slide the battery cover from above onto the density
meter.

See also
2 Accessories } Page 74
2 Technical data } Page 70

7.5 Replace the filling tube

1 Unscrew the filling tube by hand and remove it.
2 Install the new filling tube.

See also
2 Accessories } Page 74
2 Install the filling tube } Page 16

7.6 Replace the cylinder and the piston of the sample pump

7.6.1 Remove the cylinder and the piston

§ The measuring cell is drained.
1 Move the navigation joystick upwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its uppermost position.
2 Shut down the density meter.
3 Press on the grip recesses (4) of the cover and lift the
lower part of the cover out of the housing.
4 Pull the top of the cover out of the housing.
1
5 Lift the piston (1) out of the guide system.
6 Pull the cylinder (2) up and out of its guide
system (3).

2
3 4 4

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 7.6.2 Install the cylinder and the piston
1 Insert the cylinder (3) of the sample pump into its
guide system (4). 1
2 Insert the piston (1) into its guide system (2). 2
3 Reinstall the cover of the sample pump.
4 Start up the density meter.
5 Move the navigation joystick downwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its 3
lowermost position. 4

See also
2 Accessories } Page 74

7.7 Update the firmware

The firmware of your density meter can be updated. If you want to update the firmware of your density meter,
contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO service representative or dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

7.8 Prepare the density meter for storage

The density meter can be stored at temperatures of -20…+50 °C (-4…+122 °F). But the lifespan of the battery
is reduced when it is stored at high temperatures.
1 Clean the measuring cell.
2 Shut down the density meter.
3 Clean the housing.
4 Store the density meter in a dry and clean place.

See also
2 Clean the density meter } Page 56
2 Technical data } Page 70

7.9 Ship the density meter

If you have questions about transporting your density meter, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO dealer
or service representative.
u www.mt.com/contact

1 Shut down the density meter.

2 Clean the density meter.
3 Ship the density meter using the original packaging.

7.10 Dispose of the density meter

In conformance with the European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of in domestic waste. This also applies
to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements.
Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations at the collecting point
specified for electrical and electronic equipment. If you have any questions, please contact
the responsible authority or the distributor from which you purchased this device. Should this
device be passed on to other parties, the content of this regulation must also be related.

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 8 Troubleshooting
8.1 List of errors and problems
Problem Possible cause Measure
The sample pump does not aspirate The locking screw is not installed. − Install the locking screw.
any liquid. The locking screw is not tight. − Tighten the locking screw.
The O-rings of the cylinder are − Replace the cylinder and the
damaged. piston. See [Replace the cylinder
and the piston of the sample
pump } Page 63].
Test of measurement accuracy fails. The measuring cell is not clean. See [Measures if a test
fails } Page 61].
Mismatch between measured and See [Measures if a test
configured standard fails } Page 61].
The tolerance range is too small. See [Configure the tolerance for a
test } Page 39].
The density meter is not adjusted See [Measures if a test
correctly. fails } Page 61].
The message Drain cell over waste The piston is not in the lowermost See [Drain the measuring
beaker. is displayed when you try position. cell } Page 66]
to start a method.
There are bubbles in the measuring Fill speed is too high. 1 If you use the sample pump,
cell. lower the setting for fill speed.
See [Define the pump
speed } Page 30].
2 If you use a syringe, press the
syringe plunger more slowly into
the syringe.
The liquid contains dissolved − Degas the sample before you fill
gases. it into the measuring cell.
Connector for syringe or the filling 1 Tighten the connector of the
tube is not tight. filling tube.
2 Tighten the locking screw or the
connector for the syringe.
The message Pump position The saved pump position was lost The density meter is set up to work
unknown. is displayed. because the battery was removed with a syringe.
too long. − You can ignore the message
and continue to work with the
density meter.
The density meter is set up to work
with the sample pump.
See [Drain the measuring
cell } Page 66]
"--" is displayed, instead of a value The calculated value is out of range. − Check and correct the density
for Alpha*1000. values and the values for the
compensation temperatures you
entered.

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 Problem Possible cause Measure
"--" is displayed, instead of a The measured value or the result is 1 Check that the unit defined in the
measured value or a result. out of range. method matches the sample you
want to measure.
2 If you use a user-defined
conversion, check that all the
settings are correct.

8.2 Drain the measuring cell

Drain using the sample pump
1 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker.
2 Move the navigation joystick downwards and let go.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its lowermost position.
3 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.
Drain using a syringe
1 Pull the plunger continuously out of the syringe.
ð The sample is pulled back into the syringe and the
measuring cell fills with air.
2 Remove the syringe and empty it into a suitable waste
beaker.

8.3 Restore the factory-adjustment data

You can delete the current adjustment data and restore the factory-adjustment data.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Maintenance & Service > Reset to factory adjust..
ð The message Do you want to reset to factory adjustment? opens.
3 To overwrite the current adjustment data with the factory adjustment data, press Yes.
ð The factory adjustment data are restored.

8.4 Adjust the measurement accuracy

NOTICE
Inaccurate results due to incorrect adjustment
Adjustments that are not performed property can lead to inaccurate results.
− Only perform an adjustment if you are qualified to do it.

The following chapters show you, how to configure and perform an exemplary adjustment with water.
For additional information about the configuration of an adjustment, read the chapter [Configuration of density
determinations } Page 28].

See also
2 Measures if a test fails } Page 61

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 8.4.1 Example: Adjustment with water
The following chapters show you how to configure and perform a guided adjustment with deionized water at
room temperature (23 °C or 73.4 °F).

8.4.1.1 Configure the adjustment

§ Confirmation of results in Settings is activated.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Adjustment.
ð The Adjustment window opens.
3 Change the parameter settings to the values shown in the following table.
Parameter Setting Explanation
Workflow Guided The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell.
Standard type Water The density meter uses predefined values for the water
measurement.
Standard ID entry Variable The density meter prompts users to enter the identifier
before the density is measured.
Fill cycle 3 The density meter prompts users to fill and drain the
measuring cell twice and then fill the measuring cell
for the measurement.
Fill speed High The pump fills the measuring cell with 80 % of the
maximum pump speed.
Clean Drain Users are prompted to drain the measuring cell.
Printout None The result is not printed.

8.4.1.2 Perform the adjustment

Start the adjustment
§ The density meter is set up to work with the sample pump.
§ The measuring cell has been cleaned.
§ The piston is in the lowermost position.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Adjustment.
ð The Adjustment window opens.
3 Press the Start key.
ð The home screen opens.
4 Press the Start key.
ð The Standard ID window opens.
5 Enter the identifier.
6 Press the OK key.

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 Rinse the measuring cell
1 Immerse the filling tube in the water (1).
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (2).
4 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
5 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.
6 Repeat the steps once.

2
1

Fill the measuring cell and measure the density

1 Immerse the filling tube in the water (1).
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
uppermost position.
3 Make sure there are no bubbles in the measuring cell.
ð The measurement starts.
ð When the background of the measuring ribbon
changes color, the measurement is finished.
ð The measured value is saved in the results.
4 Accept or reject the adjustment.
1

Drain the measuring cell

1 Hold the filling tube over the waste beaker (1).
2 Press the OK key.
ð The sample pump moves the piston to its
lowermost position.
3 Clean the end of the filling tube with a clean tissue.

See also
2 Activate and deactivate the confirmation of
results } Page 30

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 8.5 Restore the factory settings

NOTICE
Loss of data
With a factory reset all user-specific settings are set to the default values and all saved data
(e.g. sample IDs, results, Method IDs and adjustment data) are deleted.
− Document the data you need before you restore the factory settings.

1 Press the Menu key.

2 Navigate to Maintenance & Service > Reset to factory settings.
ð The dialog Do you want to reset all values to factory settings? opens.
3 To reset the density meter to factory settings, press the Yes key.
ð The density meter restarts.

8.6 View the firmware version and other system information

§ The home screen is open.
1 Press the Menu key.
2 Navigate to Information.
ð The firmware version and other system information are displayed.
Parameter Description
Instrument type Shows if the density meter is a Densito or DensitoPro.
SNR instrument Shows the serial number of the instrument.
Firmware version Shows the firmware version of the density meter.
Licenses Opens a window with information on the End User License Agreement, third party licenses
and open source attribution files.

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 9 Technical data
9.1 Density meter
Characteristic Value
Power rating instrument Input values 5 V DC, 1.0 A
Connector type USB C
Power rating AC/DC Input values 100…240 V AC, 0.3 A
adapter Input frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Output values 5 V DC, 1.0 A
Battery Type Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Capacity 2400 mAh
Temperature range for charging 0…40 °C
Dimensions Width 56 mm
Length 288 mm
Depth 80 mm
Weight 355 g
Screen Technology Color screen
Size 2.4"
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
USB type A Data rate USB 2.0, host fullspeed
Output voltage 5 V DC ±5 %
Max. output current 250 mA
USB type C Data rate USB 2.0, device fullspeed
Input voltage 5 V DC ±10 %
Max. input current 400 mA, max. 1 A with AC adapter
RFID reader (DensitoPro Compatibility METTLER TOLEDO Smart Tags
only)
Barcode reader Format Linear barcodes
(DensitoPro only)
Materials Housing PBT (polybutylene terephthalate)
Measuring cell Borosilicate glass
Piston PTFE (polytetrafluorethylene)
Stainless steel (X8CrNiS18-9 (1.4305),
X10CrNi18-8 (1.4310) and X5CrNi18-10
(1.4301))
Cylinder PVDF (polyvinylidene difluoride)
FKM (fluoroelastomer)
FFKM (perfluoro-elastomers)
Borosilicate glass
Filling tube PTFE (polytetrafluorethylene)
Connector for filling tube or PP (polypropylene)
syringe
Locking screw PVDF (polyvinylidene difluoride)
Ambient conditions
Characteristic Value
Ambient temperature (Densito) -10…+50 °C

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 Characteristic Value
Ambient temperature (DensitoPro) 0…+50 °C
Relative humidity Max. 80 % (non-condensing) at 31 °C, linear
fall to 50 % at 40 °C
Altitude Up to 2000 m above sea level
Pressure Atmospheric pressure
Use In interior spaces
Overvoltage category II
Pollution degree 2
IP code IP5X
Storage temperatures
Characteristic Value
Instrument -20 °C…+50 °C
Battery Storage for up to 1 month -20 °C…+60 °C
Storage for up to 3 months -20 °C…+45 °C
Storage for up to 1 year -20 °C…+30 °C

9.2 Measurement
Characteristic Value
Density Measuring range 0.000…3.000 g/cm3
Accuracy 1) ± 0.001 g/cm3
Repeatability ± 0.0005 g/cm3
Resolution 0.0001 g/cm3
Temperature Temperature range for sample 0…50 °C
Resolution 0.1 °C
Accuracy ±0.2 °C
Viscosity Using sample pump 0...100 mPa*s
Using syringe 0...1000 mPa*s
Volumes Sample pump 5 mL
Min. sample volume 2 mL
Temperature compensation Automatic or by using a user-defined temperature
correction coefficient
Application Max. number of methods 30
Stored results 1100
1)
For viscosity range of 0…200 mPa*s
Measurement scales
Characteristic Value
Ethanol (d) % w/w Range 0.0...100.0 % w/w
Accuracy ±0.5 % w/w
Ethanol (d) % v/v Range 0.0...100.0 % v/v
Accuracy ±0.5 % v/v
Proof (IP) Range 0.0...175.0 Proof
Accuracy ±1.75 Proof

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 Characteristic Value
Proof (US) Range 0.0...200.0 Proof
Accuracy ±2.0 Proof
Light Baumé Range 10...100 °Bé
Accuracy ±0.4 °Bé
Heavy Baumé Range 0...72 °Bé
Accuracy ±0.1 °Bé
H2SO4 % w/w Temperature range 10…50 °C
Concentration range 0.0...90.0 % w/w
Accuracy ±1.0 % w/w
H2SO4 % v/v Temperature range 10…50 °C
Concentration range 0.0...90.0 % v/v
Accuracy ±1.0 % v/v
Brix (d) % w/w Range 0.0...85.0 % w/w
Accuracy ±0.3 % w/w
Plato Range 0.0...85.0 °P
Accuracy ±0.3 °P

9.3 Charging stand

Characteristic Value
Power rating charging Input values 5 V DC, 1.0 A
stand Connector type USB C
Power rating AC/DC Input values 100…240 V AC, 0.3 A
adapter Input frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Output values 5 V DC, 1.0 A
Dimensions Width 71 mm
Length 250 mm
Depth 117 mm
Weight 390 g
Materials Housing ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
POM-C (polyacetal copolymer)
Stainless steel (X5CrNi18-10 (1.4301))
Ambient and storage conditions
Ambient temperature -10…+50 °C
Storage temperature -20…+50 °C
Relative humidity Max. 80 % (non-condensing) at 31 °C, linear
fall to 50 % at 40 °C
Altitude Up to 2000 m above sea level
Pressure Atmospheric pressure
Use In interior spaces
Overvoltage category II
Pollution degree 2

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 9.4 Protective cover
Characteristic Value
Dimensions Width 63 mm
Length 277 mm
Depth 122 mm
Weight 75 g
Materials EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer (M-
class) rubber)

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 10 Accessories
The following accessories and parts are available for the density meters Densito and DensitoPro.
All parts and accessories are specified with their order number, and quantity where more than one part is
included.
If you have any questions, contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO service representative or dealer.
u www.mt.com/contact

10.1 Sampling
Filling Tube 30330847
190 mm
• Tube
• Connector syringe/filling tube
• Washer

Filling tube 30330848

600 mm
• Tube
• Connector syringe/filling tube
• Washer

Locking Screw, Densito 30330852

Connector syringe/filling tube 30330853

Disposable syringe (100 pcs) 51338100

10 mL

Sample pump 30330849

• Piston
• Glass cylinder

Sample pump cover 30330851

74 Accessories​​ Handheld Density Meter

 10.2 Printers
Bluetooth Printer Godex MX20 with Dongle 30330864

Bluetooth Printer Paper (5 rolls) 30330865

Bluetooth Dongle Godex MX20 30330863

USB-P25 printer 11124301

US/CA 11124321

10.3 Miscellaneous accessories

EasyDirect Density & Refractometry computer software 30451628

Density standards (10 pcs) 51325005

6 mL

Protective Cover 30330860

Charging stand 30330842

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 Carrying Case 30330861

Battery Li-Ion 2400mAh 30330855

Battery cover 30330854

USB-C Cable 30449253

Power Supply and Worldwide Adapters 30449255

Accessories for DensitoPro

Tag SmartSample (10 pcs) 30449268

Tag SmartSample Film for Tanks (10 pcs) 30449269

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 11 Appendix
11.1 Density of pure water (0…40 °C)
Temperature [°C] Density [g/cm3] Temperature [°C] Density [g/cm3]
0 0.99984
1 0.99990 21 0.99799
2 0.99994 22 0.99777
3 0.99996 23 0.99754
4 0.99997 24 0.99730
5 0.99996 25 0.99705
6 0.99994 26 0.99679
7 0.99990 27 0.99652
8 0.99985 28 0.99624
9 0.99978 29 0.99595
10 0.99970 30 0.99565
11 0.99961 31 0.99534
12 0.99950 32 0.99503
13 0.99938 33 0.99471
14 0.99925 34 0.99438
15 0.99910 35 0.99404
16 0.99894 36 0.99369
17 0.99878 37 0.99333
18 0.99860 38 0.99297
19 0.99841 39 0.99260
20 0.99821 40 0.99222
[Chemical Handbook Fundamental Version, Rev. 3, Table 5.2 (1984)]

11.2 Temperature-compensation coefficients α

Substance Temperature range [°C] α • 103/°C
Water 15…30 0.23
Ethanol 0…30 1.09
m-xylene 0…30 0.99
p-xylene 15…30 1.02
Glycerine 15…30 0.49
Chloroform 0…30 1.26
Carbon tetrachloride 0…30 1.22
Toluene 0…30 1.07
Benzene 6…30 1.21
Methanol 6…30 1.18
Acetone 0…30 1.42
Bromobenzene 0…30 0.91
Cyclohexane 0…30 1.20
Isopropanol 0…30 1.06
n-nonane 0…30 1.08

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78 Appendix​​ Handheld Density Meter
Index
A filling tube 16
audio signal
AC/DC adapter
activate 26
assemble 14, 19
deactivate 26
change prongs 14, 19
auto rotation
connect charging stand 20
activate 26
connect density meter 14
deactivate 26
install prongs 14, 19
power rating 70, 72 B
accessories 74 barcode reader
activate activate 16
audio signal 26 deactivate 16
auto rotation 26 read 52
barcode reader 16 battery
cleaning reminder 27 install 62
confirmation of results 30 remove 62
password protection 26 replace 62
RFID reader 16 storage temperature 71
sample pump mode 15 technical data 70
syringe mode 17 Baumé 31, 33
adjustment beep
change 29 activate 26
configure 29, 35, 37, 38, 39 deactivate 26
configure example 67 bluetooth printer
density unit 24 connect 22, 23
perform 66 brightness
perform example 67 change 25
alcohol concentration 31 dimming 25
mass percent 32 Brix 33
proof (IP) 32
C
proof (US) 32
volume percent 32 celsius 24
alpha change
configure 35 adjustment 29
table 77 date 24
ambient conditions date format 24
charging stand 72 density unit 24
denstiy meter 70 keyboard layout 27
American Petroleum Institute 31 language 27
API 31 method 28
API degree 33 password 26
density 33 prongs AC/DC adapter 14, 19
specific gravity 33 screen brightness 25
assemble temperature unit 24
AC/DC adapter 14, 19 test 29
time 24

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 time format 24 confirmation of results
charge activate 30
density meter 13 deactivate 30
charging stand connect
connect AC/DC adapter 20 AC/DC adapter 14, 20
dimensions 72 bluetooth printer 22, 23
function 13 EasyDirect Density & Refractometry 23
material 72 Godex MX20 22, 23
mount on wall 20 power supply 14, 20
power rating 72 USB printer 22
site requirements 19, 72 connector for syringe
storage temperature 72 install 18
weight 72 material 70
clean consumables 74
housing 56 contact 5
measuring cell 56 create
protective cover 59 method 28
cleaning reminder
D
activate 27
date
deactivate 27
change 24
concentration
date format
alcohol 31
change 24
sugar 31
deactivate
sulfuric acid 31
audio signal 26
user-defined 31, 34
auto rotation 26
configure
barcode reader 16
adjustment 29, 35, 37, 38, 39
cleaning reminder 27
alpha 35
confirmation of results 30
drain 30
password protection 26
measurement reliability 31
RFID reader 16
method 28, 29, 31, 35, 37, 38
sample pump 17
result limits 38
sample pump mode 17
rinse 30
syringe mode 15
standard 39
delete
test 29, 35, 37, 38, 39
method 29
tolerance 39
results 52
user-guidance 29
density 31, 32
configure example
temperature compensated 32
adjustment 67
density determination
guided 42, 45
typical phases 42
sample pump 42, 48
density meter
syringe 45
charge 13
test 60
functions 9
unguided 48
overview 9
confirm settings 41
power rating 70
ship 64

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 shut down 40 fahrenheit 24
site requirements 7, 70 fill
start up 40 background 42
store 64 guided 44, 47
unpack 13 sample pump 50
density of pure water syringe 47
table 77 unguided 50
density unit fill speed 30
adjustment 24 filling tube
change 24 assemble 16
test 24 install 16
dimensions material 70
charging stand 72 remove 63
protective cover 73 replace 63
dimming firmware
automatic 25 open source attribution files 5
Disposal 64 third party licenses 5
download update 64
Reference Manual 12 version 5, 69
drain
G
background 42
Godex MX20
configure 30
connect 22, 23
guided 45, 48
sample pump 50 H
syringe 48 housing
unguided 50 clean 56
E material 70

EasyDirect Density & Refractometry I

connect 23 icons 11
export 38 identifier
energy saver 25 sample 37
enter standard 37
number 41 install
special character 41 battery 62
symbol 41 charging stand 20
text 41 connector for syringe 18
errors filling tube 16
list 65 protective cover 21
export sample pump 64
results 38, 53 syringe adapter 18
F intended use 7

factory adjustment K
restore 66 key functions ribbon 11
factory settings keyboard
restore 69 change layout 27

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 overview 41 P
L parts 74
language password
change 27 change 26
locking screw password protection 25
material 70 activate 26
deactivate 26
M
perform
maintenance adjustment 66
schedule 56 test 60
material perform example
charging stand 72 adjustment 67
connector for filling tube or syringe 70 method 44, 46, 49
filling tube 70 test 61
housing 70 Plato 33
locking screw 70 power rating
measuring cell 70 AC/DC adapter 70, 72
protective cover 59, 73 charging stand 72
sample pump 70 density meter 70
measurement accuracy power supply
adjust 66 connect charging stand 20
check 60 connect density meter 14
measurement reliability print
configure 31 results 38, 54
measuring cell 10 printer
clean 56 connect 22
material 70 test 23
measuring ribbon 11 printout 38
method protective cover
change 28 clean 59
configure 29, 31, 35, 37, 38 dimensions 73
create 28 install 21
delete 29 material 59, 73
stop 50 remove 21
method ribbon 11 weight 73
N R
navigate 41 read
number barcode reader 52
enter 41 RFID reader 51
O Reference Manual
download 12
open source attribution files 5
remove
overview
battery 62
functions 9
filling tube 63
instrument 9
protective cover 21
keyboard 41

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 sample pump 63 rinse 49
replace set up 15
battery 62 sample pump mode
filling tube 63 activate 15
sample pump 63 deactivate 17
reset sampling ribbon 11
factory adjustment 66 scope of delivery 12
factory settings 69 screen
restore auto rotation 26
facotry settings 69 brightness 25
factory adjustment 66 dimming 25
result limits serial number 69
configure 38 set up
results sample pump 15
delete 52 syringe 17
export 38, 53 ship
print 38, 54 density meter 64
view 52 shortcut method list 41
RFID reader shut down
activate 16 automatic 25
deactivate 16 density meter 40
metal container 51 Signal words 7
read 51 site requirements
write 51 charging stand 19, 72
rinse density meter 7, 70
background 42 Smart Tag
configure 30 metal container 51
guided 44, 46 read 51
sample pump 49 write 51
syringe 46 spare parts 74
unguided 49 special character
enter 41
S
specific gravity 31, 32
Safety information
temperature compensated 32
Signal words 7
standard
Warning symbols 7
configure 39
sample
identifier 37
identifier 37
standard delivery 12
sample ID ribbon 11
start adjustment
sample pump
guided 67
deactivate 17
start method
drain 50
guided 44, 46
fill 50
sample pump 44
install 64
syringe 46
material 70
unguided 49
remove 63
replace 63

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 start test configure 29, 35, 37, 38, 39
guided 61 configure example 60
start up density unit 24
density meter 40 failed 61
status ribbon 11 perform 60
stop perform example 61
method 50 printer 23
store start guided 61
battery 71 text
charging stand 72 enter 41
density meter 64 third party licenses 5
sucrose concentration 31 time
sugar concentration 31 change 24
Brix 33 time format
Plato 33 change 24
sulfuric acid concentration 31 tolerance
mass percent 33 configure 39
volume percent 33 troubleshooting
switch off list of errors 65
density meter 40 turn off
switch on density meter 40
density meter 40 turn on
symbol 11 density meter 40
enter 41
U
syringe
unit
drain 48
density 24
fill 47
temperature 24
rinse 46
unpack 13
set up 17
USB printer
syringe adapter
connect 22
install 18
user guidance
syringe mode
configure 29
activate 17
deactivate 15 V
T view
firmware version 69
technical data 70
results 52
temperature compensated
density 32 W
specific gravity 32 Warning symbols 7
temperature unit weight
change 24 charging stand 72
temperature-compensation coefficient 35 protective cover 73
configure 35 write
values 77 RFID reader 51
test
change 29

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