Auto-Off Note: Never immerse the tester over the maximum immersion level.

Battery Replacement
From measurement mode, press and hold the ON/OFF button. Refilling the Electrode To change the CR2032 lithium-ion battery, turn INSTRUCTION MANUAL
The LCD will show "OFF", "CAL" followed by "d08" (default • To remove the electrode sleeve, rotate it carefully and slide it off the probe body, keeping the battery cover located on the back of the tester
setting, 8 minutes). Release the ON/OFF button. A single press counterclockwise to unlock. Remove cover and replace
it parallel to the pH electrode. the battery with positive (+) side facing out.
on the ON/OFF button will change the auto-off timer to "d60" Note: Handle the probe with care, the
(60 minutes). To disable the auto-off feature press the ON/ Note: Only use the battery type specified in the
pH electrode stem is made of glass. manual. Old batteries should be disposed in
OFF button again, LCD will show "d--". Press and hold to exit.
• Rinse off any traces of electrolyte gel accordance with local regulations.
Clear Calibration from the sleeve. Soak the tip of the pH
electrode in HI70061 General purpose Warranty
HI981030
To clear the user calibration and restore the tester to factory
default. From calibration mode, press and hold the ON/OFF
cleaning solution (or HI700661,
HI700663, HI700664) for 20 minutes.
HI981030 is warranted for a period of one year against defects in workmanship
and materials when used for its intended purpose and maintained according to Soil pH Tester
button, the LCD will show "CLr". Rinse with distilled or deionized water. instructions. This warranty is limited to repair or replacement free of charge. Damage
• Refill the reference well with HI9071 due to accidents, misuse, tampering or lack of prescribed maintenance is not covered.
If service is required, contact your local Hanna Instruments Office. If under warranty,
Gelled bridge electrolyte.
“Err” Message • Replace the sleeve making sure that the black O ring is fixed
report the model number, date of purchase, serial number and the nature of the
problem. If the repair is not covered by the warranty, you will be notified of the
In calibration mode, if the probe is in the correct buffer inside the electrode. charges incurred. If the instrument is to be returned to Hanna Instruments, first
solution and the "Err" message is displayed, the probe • Rinse off excess gel with distilled or deionized water. obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number from the Technical Service
should be cleaned. Soak the probe in cleaning solution for 20 • Shake the probe down as you would do with a clinical department and then send it with shipping costs prepaid. When shipping any
minutes. Rinse with water and hydrate electrode in storage instrument, make sure it is properly packaged for complete protection.
thermometer to eliminate any trapped air bubbles.
solution for a minimum of 30 minutes before calibrating. • Soak the probe in HI70300 Electrode storage solution for a Recommendations for Users
Battery Indicator minimum of 30 minutes before calibrating. Before using this product, make sure it is entirely suitable for your specific application
Accessories and for the environment in which it is used. Any variation introduced by the user to
the supplied equipment may degrade the tester’s performance. For yours and the
When the battery level is low, the tag on the LCD will blink. pH Buffer Solution tester’s safety do not use or store the tester in hazardous environments.
When the battery is depleted the "Erb" message is displayed HI70004G GroLine pH 4.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.)
and the tester is powered off.
HI70007G GroLine pH 7.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.) Certification
All Hanna Instruments conform to the CE European Directives.
HI77400P pH 4.01 & 7.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (10 pcs., 5 each)
Disposal of Electrical & Electronic Equipment. The product should
Care & Maintenance Electrode Cleaning Solution not be treated as household waste. Instead hand it over to the RoHS
General Information HI70061G GroLine general purpose cleaning solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.) appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and compliant
Please read the information below, to ensure the highest possible accuracy: HI700661P General purpose cleaning solution for agriculture, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.) electronic equipment which will conserve natural resources.
• Fresh buffer should be used for each calibration, once the sachets are opened the Disposal of waste batteries. This product contains batteries, do not
HI700663P Cleaning solution for soil deposits, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.) dispose of them with other household waste. Hand them over to the
buffer value can change over time.
• For improved accuracy a two-point calibration is recommended. HI700664P Cleaning solution for humus deposits, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.) appropriate collection point for recycling.
• If the electrode is slow or sluggish, soak it in cleaning solution for 20 minutes. Electrode Storage Solution Ensuring proper product and battery disposal prevents potential negative
Rinse with water and hydrate the electrode in storage solution for a minimum of HI70300G GroLine electrode storage solution, 20 mL sachet (25 pcs.) consequences for the environment and human health. For more information, contact
30 minutes before calibrating. your city, your local household waste disposal service, the place of purchase or go
HI70300-023 GroLine electrode storage solution, 230 mL to www.hannainst.com.
• If measurements are taken successively, rinse the probe thoroughly in distilled or HI9072 Electrode storage solution, 13 mL dropper
deionized water to eliminate cross-contamination. Hanna Instruments reserves the right to modify the design, construction, or
• When not in use, add a few drops of storage solution to the protective cap to keep Electrode Fill Solution appearance of its products without advance notice.
the glass tip and the junction hydrated. If storage solution is not available, pH 4.01 HI9071 Gelled bridge electrolyte
All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the written consent
or pH 7.01 buffer can be used. Never store the probe in distilled or deionized water. Other Accessories of the copyright owner, Hanna Instruments Inc., Woonsocket, Rhode Island, 02895, USA.
• The outer junction sleeve can be removed and cleaned with purified water. Once HI721319 Soil auger
cleaned a small amount of supplied gel electrolyte should be added to refresh the
HI7051M Soil preparation solution, 230 mL IST981030 10/19
junction and improve the pH measurement.
 Probe Features Preparation Calibration
Dear Customer, Conical Tip: The conical tip allows for easy penetration • Remove the protective cap. Do not be alarmed if salt deposits are present. Rinse From measurement mode, press and hold the ON/OFF button until “CAL” is
Thank you for choosing a Hanna Instruments product. Please read this into damp soil. If the soil is hardened (or stony) it is best the probe with water and blot dry. displayed.
instruction manual carefully before using the tester. to use an auger (HI721319 ) to make a hole for the pH • If the glass and / or junction are dry soak the electrode (bottom 4 cm / 1.5 “)
For more information about Hanna Instruments and our products, visit
electrode to be inserted into. in storage solution for a minimum of 30 minutes.Rinse with water and blot dry.
www.hannainst.com or e-mail us at [email protected].
For technical support, contact your local Hanna Instruments Office or e-mail us Open Junction Reference: The open junction design • Calibrate the electrode before using. For best results is recommended to recalibrate
at [email protected]. consists of a solid gel interface between the soil sample periodically.
and the internal Ag/AgCl reference. This interface
prevents silver from entering the sample and makes it
Preliminary Examination impermeable to clogging, resulting in fast response and Storage
Remove the tester and accessories from the packing material and examine it stable reading. • To ensure a quick response, the glass tip and junction should be kept moist.
carefully. If you require any further information, please contact Hanna Instruments Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Body: PVDF is a food-grade plastic that is • Replace the protective cap with a few drops of storage solution when not in use.
technical support team at [email protected]. resistant to most chemicals and solvents, including sodium hypochlorite, it is also Do not store the electrode in distilled or deionized water. For one or two-point calibration using pH 7.01 buffer solution, follow
Each HI981030 is delivered in a cardboard box and is supplied with: resistant to fungal growth. It has high abrasion resistance, mechanical strength, and Measurement A procedure A.
• HI70004 pH 4.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (2 pcs.) resistance to ultraviolet.
Removable Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Reference Sleeve: The PVDF
Operation Calibration
tags
unit
For one-point calibration using pH 4.01 buffer solution, follow
• HI70007 pH 7.01 buffer solution, 20 mL sachet (2 pcs.)
• HI700663 Cleaning solution for soil deposits outer junction sleeve can be removed and cleaned. Once cleaned, a small amount Press the ON/OFF button to turn the meter Stability B procedure B.
of supplied gel electrolyte is added and the junction is refreshed, improving the on. The tester displays all LCD segments indicator
• HI700664 Cleaning solution for humus deposits
• HI9072 Electrode storage solution, 13 mL dropper measurement and extending the life of the tester. for a few seconds. The tester will enter Low battery Note: It is recommended to calibrate the electrode with buffers at the
• HI9071 Gelled bridge electrolyte measurement mode, the current reading and indicator temperature it will be used at.
• CR2032 3V Lithium-ion battery Specifications calibrated buffers will be shown.
• Instrument quality certificate Range 0.00 to 12.00 pH
• Instruction manual
Note: Save all packing material until you are sure that the tester works correctly.
Resolution
Accuracy
0.01 pH
±0.05 pH
A One or Two-Point Calibration with pH 7.01
Any damaged or defective item must be returned in its original packing material Press the ON/OFF "Sto" will be The tester
with the supplied accessories. Calibration Automatic, one or two-point button to save displayed when will return to
General Description & Intended Use Temperature compensation Automatic, 0 to 50 °C the one-point the calibration is measurement

One-Point
Electrode Built-in probe for specific application calibration. saved. mode and the
The HI981030 Soil pH Tester is designed to measure the pH or acidity of the soil calibration
as a key factor in ensuring strong and healthy plant growth. It features a single Battery type CR2032 Lithium-ion (included)
tag will be
button operation system and is easy to use. It has a compact and waterproof casing Battery life Approximately 800 hours of continuous use displayed.
and automatic pH calibration at one or two points. All readings are automatically Auto-off 8 minutes, 60 minutes or disabled
compensated for temperature variations with a built-in temperature sensor. When "7.01" is displayed, place Place the tip of Wait until the The tester
Environment 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F); RH 95% max the tip of the electrode in pH 7.01 the electrode in measurement is will return to
Direct Soil Measurement Dimensions 51 x 151 x 21 mm (2 x 5.9 x 0.9“) buffer. pH 4.01 buffer. stable and the measurement

Two-Point
Weight 46 g (1.62 oz.) When the reading is stable, the The buffer is stability indicator mode and the
Direct soil pH testing offers the benefit of not needing to take soil samples, as the pH stability icon will disappear. automatically disappears. "Sto" calibration
is tested right in the ground.
1. Inspect the pH probe to ensure the bridge electrolyte gel has not dried out. Refill Functional Description & LCD Display When "4.01" is displayed, follow
the procedure to the right for a
recognized, the
stability indicator
will be displayed
when the calibration
tags will be
displayed.
if necessary. one or two-point calibration. will blink. is saved.
2. Calibrate the pH probe prior to measurement. Liquid Crystal
3. Using an auger (HI721319) or ruler, make a hole down into the soil (app. Display (LCD)
B One-Point Calibration with pH 4.01
20 cm). The hole needs to be the same depth each time to avoid pH discrepancies. ON/OFF
4. Add some distilled or deionized water to the hole; the soil should be damp but button When "7.01" is When the The tester
displayed, place the reading is stable, will return to
not saturated. Calibration Maximum tip of the electrode the stability measurement
5. Wash the electrode with tap water and insert into the hole. tags immersion level in pH 4.01 buffer. indicator will mode and the
6. Allow for the reading to develop or stabilize. The buffer value disappear.“Sto” calibration
7. After measurement, gently wash off leftover soil (avoid using a cloth or a wipe). Recommended will be recognized will be displayed tag will be
Note: Direct soil pH testing is not recommended if the ground is stony or hardened immersion level automatically and when the displayed.
pH probe
as the electrode can be damaged. To prepare the soil prior to measurement, take a "4.01" will be calibration is
representative soil sample and add HI7051 Soil preparation solution. displayed. saved.