Hach 2100A, User Manual

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Change the date and time
The date and time can be changed from the Date & Time menu.
1. Push the SETTINGS key and select Date & Time.
2. Update the time and date information:
Option Description
Format Select one of the formats for the date and time:
yyyy-mm-dd 24h
yyyy-mm-dd 12h
dd-mm-yyyy 24h
dd-mm-yyyy 12h
mm/dd/yyyy 24h
mm/dd/yyyy 12h
Date Enter the current date
Time Enter the current time
The current date and time will be shown on the display.
After the date and time setup, the meter is ready to take a reading.
Standard operations
Use a sample ID
The sample ID tag is used to associate readings with a particular sample
location. If assigned, stored data will include this ID.
1. Select Sample ID in the Settings menu.
2. Select, create or delete a sample ID:
Option Description
Current ID Select an ID from a list. The current ID will be
associated with sample data until a different ID is
selected.
Option Description
Create a New
Sample ID Enter a name for a new sample ID.
Delete Sample ID Delete an existing sample ID.
Use an operator ID
The operator ID tag associates readings with an individual operator. All
stored data will include this ID.
1. Select Operator ID in the Settings menu.
2. Select, create or delete an operator ID:
Option Description
Current ID Select an ID from a list. The current ID will be
associated with sample data until a different ID is
selected.
Create a New
Operator ID Enter a name for a new operator ID (maximum 10
names can be entered).
Delete Operator ID Delete an existing operator ID.
Advanced operations
Calibrate the turbidimeter with StablCal
®
Standards
Note: For best accuracy use the same sample cell or four matched sample cells for
all readings during calibration. Insert the sample cell in the instrument cell
compartment so the diamond or orientation mark aligns with the raised orientation
mark in front of the cell compartment.
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