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4.0  Cleaning the Bluelab pH Probe

To ensure accurate readings the pH probe tip needs to be rinsed in water after each 

use and cleaned prior to calibration using the following instructions.
The storage cap must always be put back on after cleaning. Always ensure it contains 

enough Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution to cover the probe tip.

Remove storage cap from pH probe.

Hold the top of the storage cap, twist the 

cap to loosen then remove.

Rinse pH probe tip under fresh tap water. 

Never use RO (Reverse Osmosis), Distilled 

or De-ionized water.

Fill a small plastic container with clean 

tap water. 

Add a small amount of Bluelab pH Probe 

Cleaner or mild detergent (dishwashing liquid).

Gently stir the probe tip in the mixture.

Ensure that you do not ‘knock’ the pH 

probe on the side of the container as this 

may cause damage to the probe.
Rinse well under fresh running water to 

remove all traces of the detergent mixture.

If the probe tip requires removal of heavy 

contamination:

Gently brush around the glassware with a 

few drops of Bluelab pH Probe Cleaner or 

mild detergent (dishwashing liquid) and a 

soft toothbrush.

Rinse well under fresh running tap water to 

remove all traces of the detergent mixture.

Calibrate pH probe to meter after cleaning.

Follow the calibration instructions on the 

back of the meter, in the manual or watch 

our videos online.

5.0  Storing the Bluelab pH Probe

To prepare the pH probe for storage:

Add enough Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage 

Solution into the probe storage cap to fully 

submerge the pH probe tip. Then replace 

the cap and store in a secure place.
DO NOT use RO (Reverse Osmosis), Distilled 

or De-ionized water. Pure water changes 

the chemistry in the reference, causing the 

probe to die.

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Summary of Contents for pH Probe

Page 1: ...Bluelab pH Probe care 3 Calibration 4 Cleaning the pH probe 5 Storing the pH probe 5 Hydrating the pH probe 6 Technical specifications 6 Troubleshooting guide 7 Bluelab pH Probe care 8 Limited product guarantee 9 Limitation of liability 9 Contact details 9 Care and use guide ...

Page 2: ...dries it dies Keep your pH probe tip wet at all times to avoid permanent damage pH probe storage cap The pH probe tip must not be allowed to dry out Always place the storage cap back onto the pH probe after each use Ensure the cap contains enough Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution to cover the probe tip pH probe holder suction cup pH probe tip BNC connector Glass tube inside plastic barrel Glas...

Page 3: ...robe storage cap Ensure probe tip is covered by the KCl storage solution in cap Inserting Twisting Attached 2 0 IMPORTANT Bluelab pH Probe care pH probes DO NOT last forever They age through normal use and will eventually fail The life time of a pH probe depends on the environment it is used in and the way that it is treated To receive a long life from your pH probe please ensure you follow the gu...

Page 4: ... dependant on the accuracy and age of the calibration solutions used and use and cleanliness of the pH probe tip Ensure the pH probe has been cleaned and rinse the pH probe tip with clean water between calibration solutions to reduce contamination of the pH solutions Only fresh uncontaminated solutions should be used Calibrate the pH at the same temperature as the solution to be measured ALWAYS ca...

Page 5: ... of the container as this may cause damage to the probe Rinse well under fresh running water to remove all traces of the detergent mixture If the probe tip requires removal of heavy contamination Gently brush around the glassware with a few drops of Bluelab pH Probe Cleaner or mild detergent dishwashing liquid and a soft toothbrush Rinse well under fresh running tap water to remove all traces of t...

Page 6: ...n remove the storage cap Place the pH probe upright in a plastic container Clean the pH probe tip Ensure the probe tip has been cleaned before hydrating See section 4 0 for instructions Add enough Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution to a plastic container to submerge the pH probe tip Leave to soak for at least 24 hours After hydration always calibrate the pH probe to ensure accuracy 1 2 3 4 Blue...

Page 7: ...able Calibrate pH probe pH probe damaged or old Replace pH probe Incorrect sample reading following successful calibration Ground loop often occurs in process systems Verify by removing the sample from its environment then take measurement May require electrical circuitry to be checked in system Wick blocked Replace probe Unsuccessful calibration Low slope 90 Buffers inaccurate Replace buffers Gla...

Page 8: ...robe care All the tools you need are included in each kit To re stock your care kit choose from the Bluelab Solutions range Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution is designed to increase response time and maximize the life of Bluelab pH pens and pH probes For best results use the KCl solution for storage of the pH probe Instructions are on the label of the bottle Bluelab pH Pen Bluelab Soil pH Pen ...

Page 9: ...nal sources such as transit damage or weather 6 Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Bluelab or its authorised agents 7 Serial numbers defaced or missing TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS GUARANTEE AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES GUARANTEES AND REMEDIES WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES...

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