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SMART Spectro 2 Operator’s Manual 04.16

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GENERAL TESTING PROCEDURES

The following are some step by step examples of how to run tests from the

PROGRAMMED

TESTS

menu. These test procedures are designed to be used with LaMotte SMART Spectro

2 reagent systems.

TESTING WITH THE PROGRAMMED TESTS

1. Press

. The LaMotte logo screen

will appear for about 2 seconds. After
initialization the MAIN MENU will appear.

MAIN MENU 12:00:00

PROGRAMMED TESTS

%T/ABS

PC LINK

SYSTEM SETUP

2. Press or

to scroll to

PROGRAMMED TESTS

MAIN MENU 12:00:00

PROGRAMMED TESTS

%T/ABS

PC LINK

SYSTEM SETUP

3. Press

*ENTER

to select

PROGRAMED

TESTS

PROGRAMMED TESTS

SEQUENCE 1

SEQUENCE 2

SEQUENCE 3

ALL TESTS

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Summary of Contents for smart spectro 2

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL 2 2000 02 MN 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 2: ...ength 12 Calibration Curves 13 Preparing Dilute Standard Solutions 15 Standard Additions 15 Sample Dilution Techniques Volumetric Measurements 16 Interferences 17 Stray Light Interference 17 OPERATION...

Page 3: ...a 74 Print Data 76 PCLINK Output 76 Send 25Group Data 76 Send All Data 76 Updata Programmed Tests 76 BATTERYOPERATION Charging the Battery Pack 76 Running the SMART Spectro 2 Using the Battery 77 MAIN...

Page 4: ...red or used in a wet or corrosive environment Care should be taken to prevent water or reagent chemicals from wet spectrophotometer tubes from entering the SMART Spectro 2 chamber NEVERPUTWETTUBESINSP...

Page 5: ...er packaging to prevent damage in transit This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse improper wiring operation outside of speci cation improper maintenanc...

Page 6: ...rmined from analysis of a sample in a given matrix containing the analyte 1 Note that As Dr William Horwitz once stated In almost all cases when dealing with a limit of detection or limit of determina...

Page 7: ...one with various comparators One caveat is that resolution has very little relationship to accuracy or precision The resolution will always be less than the accuracy or precision but it is not a stati...

Page 8: ...Code 0290 6 Cuvettes Code 29653 10 Bluetooth Mobile Printer Code 5 0066 SMARTLink Software with Cable compact disk For more information contact LaMotte EPACOMPLIANCE The SMART Spectro 2 is an EPA Acc...

Page 9: ...e For comparison purposes samples may be taken upstream and at the source of the pollution In ponds lakes and reservoirs with restricted ow it is necessary to collect a number of samples in a cross se...

Page 10: ...c understanding of the type of chemical changes which occur for the type of equipment used Also consideration should be given to the rate of passage and retaining time for the process water Temperatur...

Page 11: ...ll portion of the total amount of light passing through the sample However if we could select only that one color or band of wavelengths of light to which the test sample is most sensitive we would se...

Page 12: ...aking sure the bottom half of the tube is not handled LaMotte Company makes every e ort to provide high quality spectrophotometer tubes However wall thicknesses and diameter of tubes may still vary sl...

Page 13: ...solutions of the factor being tested The concentration of these standards should be evenly distributed throughout the range of the reagent system and should include a 0 ppm standard distilled water F...

Page 14: ...e best t may not connect the points There should be approximately an equal number of points above the curve as below the curve Some reagent systems will produce a straight line while others produce a...

Page 15: ...C AxB 100 D E F CxD E Maximum concentration of test of Maximum concentration Final concentration of Diluted Standard Volume of Standard Concentration of Original Standard mL of Original Standard Requi...

Page 16: ...en diluted by one half and the dilution factor is therefore 2 Perform the test procedure then multiply the resulting concentration by 2 to obtain the test result The following table gives quick refere...

Page 17: ...f a reacted water sample using the pH meter If the pH is signi cantly di erent from the ideal value the pH of the sample should be adjusted before testing Chlorine interferences can be removed with th...

Page 18: ...ed grating The microprocessor controls the positioning of the grating automatically positioning the grating to the correct wavelength for the test that has been selected The monochromatic light is pas...

Page 19: ...t 10mm Square Cell in Adapter 25mm Round Cell in Universal Adapter Display Make Selections Scroll Between Choices Scroll Between Choices Turn O Meter Exit Menus Turn On Meter Chamber Lamp Replacement...

Page 20: ...0 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press or to scroll to PROGRAMMEDTESTS MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 3 Press ENTERto select PROGRAMED TESTS PROGRAMME...

Page 21: ...546 NM 1 ALKALINITY UDV 2 ALUMINUM 3 AMMONIA N L F 4 AMMONIA N L S 5 AMMONIA N H 6 ARSENIC 7 BIGUANIDE 8 BORON 6 Press or to scroll to the desired test ALL TESTS 546 NM 1 ALKALINITY UDV 2 ALUMINUM 3 A...

Page 22: ...e result will be displayed 2 ALUMINUM 535 NM T 13 5 T A 0 8707A C 0 26 ppm STORE PRESS ENTER After obtaining test results scroll with or and make another selection with ENTER Press ENTER to store th r...

Page 23: ...will auto scroll when held down ENTER This button is used to select the menu choice indicated by the white bar on a menu viewed in the display EXIT This button is an EXIT or ESCAPE button When presse...

Page 24: ...nless a new menu is selected DISPLAY TESTING MENU Title or Instruction FIRST CHOICE SECOND CHOICE Menu Choice Window THIRD CHOICE AND ANOTHER AND ANOTHER AND ANOTHER AND ANOTHER AND ANOTHER AND SO ON...

Page 25: ...choice which is highlighted with the white bar in the menu choice window As described previously the EXIT button allows an exit or escape from the current menu and a return to the previous menu This a...

Page 26: ...prior to going into the eld using AC power This will increase battery life in the eld Alternatively calibrate wavelength in the eld immediately before testing Turn Spectro 2 on immediately before sca...

Page 27: ...CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 4 Press or to scroll to CALIBRATE WL SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 5 Press ENTER to select CALIB...

Page 28: ...oprocessor will then move the grating a precise predetermined amount from this position This precise movement will cause the grating to be positioned at 546 nm every time Once calibrated the wavelengt...

Page 29: ...tro 2 The LaMotte logo screen will appear for about 2 seconds After initialization the MAINMENU will appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 3 Press or to scroll to SYSTE...

Page 30: ...CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 5 Press or to scroll to BTPRINTER SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 6 Press ENTERto select BTPRINTE...

Page 31: ...DEVICES 1 000D163140A0 0M2100 0 2 9CD21EE77F08 USER PC 3 00066667B737 WLSAPPLE Scroll to the device ending in OM2100 0 This is the PIN code of a Mobile Bluetooth Printer Example 1 000D163140A0 OM2100...

Page 32: ...e Mobile Bluetooth Printer is successful CONNECTED and a printer icon will appear on the top line of the display The printer icon will remain as long as the printer is connected 8 Press EXIT to return...

Page 33: ...ll appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press or to scroll to SYSTEMSETUP MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 3 Press ENTERto select SYSTE...

Page 34: ...ss ENTER to select EDITCLOCK The display will show seconds minutes hours day month year Note Hours are in a 24 hour format EDIT CLOCK 00 13 10 14 04 2016 SET SECOND 44 6 Press or to scroll to adjust t...

Page 35: ...INMENU SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE STOREMETHOD 1 Press ON The LaMotte logo screen will appear for about 2 seconds Aft...

Page 36: ...SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 4 Press or to scroll to STOREMETHOD SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER ED...

Page 37: ...ill be prompted after each test to decide whether to store the result Choose theMANUAL method to avoid saving unecessary data and using up space in the memory STORE METHOD AUTOMATIC MANUAL END OF LIST...

Page 38: ...n the MAIN MENU will appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press or to scroll to SYSTEMSETUP MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 3 Press EN...

Page 39: ...BRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 5 Press ENTER to select BEEPERON OFF BEEPER ON OFF ON OFF 6 Press or to highligh ON or OFF BEEPER ON OFF ON OFF info Gl...

Page 40: ...DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE CORRECTIONWL The Correction WL feature should only be used by service personnel It is used to calibra...

Page 41: ...U will appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press or to scroll to SYSTEMSETUP MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 3 Press ENTERto select S...

Page 42: ...INTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 5 Press ENTER to select LANGUAGE LANGUAGE ENGLISH CHINESE 6 Press or to scroll to highlight ENGLISH or CHINESE LANGUAGE ENGLISH CHINE...

Page 43: ...T Spectro 2 can be reset to the default settings 1 Press ON The LaMotte logo screen will appear for about 2 seconds After initialization the MAIN MENU will appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T...

Page 44: ...ETUP CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE END OF LIST 5 Press and hold ENTER for 8 seconds to reset the system to Default Progress bars will show the re...

Page 45: ...trophometer on the meter will automatically go through initialization and begin a 15 minute warm up To skip the 15 minute warm up press EXIT After initialization the main menu will be displayed 1 Pres...

Page 46: ...ENU will appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press or to scroll to PROGRAMMEDTESTS MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 3 Press ENTERto se...

Page 47: ...hese alterable sequences allow a series of tests to be setup that are run frequently The order of the individual tests in the sequence is determined by the user After running a test press EXIT to esca...

Page 48: ...N The LaMotte logo screen will appear for about 2 seconds After initialization the MAIN MENU will appear MAIN MENU 12 00 00 PROGRAMMED TESTS T ABS PC LINK SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press or to scroll to PROGRAMM...

Page 49: ...STS 1 ALKALINITY UDV 2 ALUMINUM 3 AMMONIA N L F 4 AMMONIA N L S 5 AMMONIA N H 6 ARSENIC 7 BIGUANIDE 8 BORON 6 Press or to scroll to the desired test ALL TESTS 1 ALKALINITY UDV 2 ALUMINUM 3 AMMONIA N L...

Page 50: ...he display The blank has been stored 2 ALUMINUM 535 NM SCAN BLANK SCAN SAMPLE TEST RESULT LIST 9 Insert the reacted sample Close lid Press ENTER to scan the sample The result will be displayed If Stor...

Page 51: ...ER SETUP EDIT SEQUENCES USER TESTS The EDIT menu found in the PROGRAMMEDTESTS Menu allows any of the three alterable test sequences SEQUENCE 1 SEQUENCE 2 and SEQUENCE 3 and any of the 25 User Tests in...

Page 52: ...a sequence and to place the new test before an existing test in a sequence DELETE is used to remove an existing test from a sequence Below is a step by step example of how to ADD a test to SEQUENCE3 s...

Page 53: ...editing options EDIT SEQUENCE 3 535NM INSERT DELETE 4 Press ENTER to select INSERT to insert a test into the sequence INSERT 1 ALKALINITY UDV 2 ALUMINUM 3 AMMONIA N L F 4 AMMONIA N L S 5 AMMONIA N H...

Page 54: ...AMMONIA N H 6 ARSENIC 7 BIGUANIDE 8 BORON 6 Press ENTER to select the test EDIT SEQUENCE 3 535NM 2 ALUMINUM 7 Press ENTER to save the rst test in the sequence and return to editing the sequence EDIT S...

Page 55: ...henol 78 Phosphate L 79 Phosphate H 10 Press ENTER to add the second test to the list above the rst test in the sequence SEQUENCE3 has now been modi ed and will remain until it is deleted again To run...

Page 56: ...edited EDIT 535NM EDIT SEQUENCE 1 EDIT SEQUENCE 2 EDIT SEQUENCE 3 EDIT USER TESTS 2 Press ENTER to view the list of editing options EDIT SEQUENCE 3 535NM 78 Phosphate L 2 Aluminum 3 Press or to scroll...

Page 57: ...E Sequence 3 has now been modi ed and will remain until it is edited again To run a test in SEQUENCE3 go to the PROGRAMMED TESTS menu Press EXIT to exit the EDIT SEQUENCE3 menu to the EDIT menu Press...

Page 58: ...expected The spectrophotometer will determine the Absorbance of the standards and calculate a response that will be stored to determine the concentration of future samples of unknown concentration The...

Page 59: ...EDIT 535NM EDIT SEQUENCE 1 EDIT SEQUENCE 2 EDIT SEQUENCE 3 EDIT USER TESTS 4 Press ENTER to select EDIT USER TESTS EDIT USER TEST 535NM 101 USER TEST 1 102 USER TEST 2 103 USER TEST 3 104 USER TEST 4...

Page 60: ...to start with NAMETHETEST then SELECT WAVELENGTH then NEWCALIBRATION and then FORMATRESULT 102 USER TEST 2 535NM NAME THE TEST SELECT WL NEW CALIBRATION FORMAT RESULT NAMINGTHETEST A NAME can be up to...

Page 61: ...ESULT NAME 102 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 _ 3 Press or to scroll to highlight the rst character in the name in this example the test willl be named H2O 102...

Page 62: ...to the character and pressing ENTER to select the character Continue in this fashion until entire name is entered PressEXIT to delete erase the entire entry and start over Select at the end of the nam...

Page 63: ...oll to desired wavelength 102 H2O 535NM NAME THE TEST SELECT WL NEW CALIBRATION FORMAT RESULT PLEASE SELECT WL 465 4 Press ENTER to save the wavelength The display will return to the USERTEST menu 102...

Page 64: ...65NM NAME THE TEST SELECT WL NEW CALIBRATION FORMAT RESULT INPUT DATA NUMBERS 3 Press or to select the number of data points that will be used to create the calibration curve The maximum number of dat...

Page 65: ...ANK STD 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6 Place a blank in the sample chamber Close lid Press ENTER to SCANBLANK The display will indicate that the blank is being scanned The display will indicate BLANKED A hig...

Page 66: ...ED STD 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 After the concentration has been entered scroll to Press ENTER to save the value and scan the standard The absorbance will be displayed ENTER STD 1 465NM BLANKED STD 1 1...

Page 67: ...ank and press ENTER After blanking scroll to and press ENTER Then press EXIT 11 Press ENTER to select CALCULATE SELECT DEGREES 465NM 1 DEGREE THRU 0 1 DEGREE 2 DEGREE 3 DEGREE 12 SCROLL or to select t...

Page 68: ...nu Press EXIT again to return to NEWCALIBRATION Press EXIT again to return to the USER TEST menu 102 H2O 465NM NAME THE TEST SELECT WL NEW CALIBRATION FORMAT RESULT SELECTINGTHENUMERICALFORMATOFTHERES...

Page 69: ...SULT 2 Press ENTER to select FORMATRESULT DECIMAL PLACES 465NM 0 PLACES 1 PLACES 2 PLACES 3 PLACES 3 Press or to select the number of decimal places to be displayed DECIMAL PLACES 465NM 0 PLACES 1 PLA...

Page 70: ...USERTEST because its calibration can be changed but it has a di erent name EDIT USER TESTS 465NM 101 USER TEST 1 102 H2O 103 USER TEST 3 104 USER TEST 4 105 USER TEST 5 106 USER TEST 6 107 USER TEST...

Page 71: ...ENTER to select T ABS T ABS 465NM SELECT WL SCAN BLANK SCAN SAMPLE TEST RESULT LIST END OF LIST 4 Press ENTER to select SELECTWL T ABS 465NM SELECT WL SCAN BLANK SCAN SAMPLE TEST RESULT LIST END OF L...

Page 72: ...er is ready to scan T ABS 466NM SELECT WL SCAN BLANK SCAN SAMPLE TEST RESULT LIST END OF LIST 7 Insert the blank into the chamber Close lid Press ENTER to scan the blank Note For most T ABS tests a cl...

Page 73: ...omatically At this point it is possible to scan another sample scan another blank or select another wavelength If no more samples are to be scanned press EXIT to return to the MAINMENU or press OFF to...

Page 74: ...nd Date Time wavelength absorbance and T for T Abs readings The latest test result will be saved to the top of the list Use up arrow or down arrow to scroll through the data The data storage capacity...

Page 75: ...ENTER to select SYSTEMSETUP SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE WL BT PRINTER EDIT CLOCK STORE METHOD BEEPER ON OFF CORRECTION WL LANGUAGE 3 Scroll to STOREMETHOD SYSTEM SETUP DARK CURRENT CALIBRATE W...

Page 76: ...ANUAL END OF LIST 5 Scroll to ENDOFLIST STORE METHOD AUTOMATIC MANUAL END OF LIST 6 Press and hold ENTER for 8 seconds to clear the memory WARNING This will delete all of the saved data info GlobalSci...

Page 77: ...int PC LINK The SMART Spectro 2 may be interfaced with any Windows based computer by using a LaMotte SMARTLink Program and USB Cable The program will store test information and results in a database T...

Page 78: ...hours RUNNINGTHESMARTSPECTRO2FROMTHEBATTERYPACK 1 Connect the Battery Pack to the SMART Spectro 2 CAUTION Do not attempt connect the AC Adapter directly to the Battery Pack The connectors will not t D...

Page 79: ...he wall with screws 2 LampBracketAssemblyInstalled Lamp bracket installation guiding hole Lamp bracket mounting screw 2 Back view of the lamp bracket Lamp locking screw 2 LampBracketAssembly shownwith...

Page 80: ...te Do not pull too hard to avoid breaking the wire connection to the lamp socket Lamp bracket mounting screw 2 3 Loosen the lamp locking screws 2 to remove the old lamp from the lamp socket 2 Lamp loc...

Page 81: ...g hole Lamp bracket mounting screw 2 Larger vertical right slot to allow lamp bracket to move up and down for lamp beam alignment 6 Check the lamp alignment before securely locking the lamp bracket If...

Page 82: ...touching the electronic components for any other reason you must wear a grounding strap If such a strap is not available then take every precaution possible to ground yourself before and during any co...

Page 83: ...should be diluted and tested again see Sample Dilution Techniques Volumetric Measurements page16 BATTERY optional If the symbol BAT appears in the upper left corner of the display when using the batt...

Page 84: ...as an internal switch that handles both 110V and 220V input STRAYLIGHT The SMART Spectro 2 should have no problems with stray light Make sure that the sample compartment lid is always fully closed ACC...

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Page 86: ...Reduction 3 100 Calcium Magnesium Total Hardness UDV 10 500 10 Unit Dose Vial 1 100 Chloride TesTab 21 0 0 30 0 0 5 Argentometric 1 50 Chlorine Tablet DPD 014 0 00 4 00 0 02 DPD 3 100 Chlorine Free UD...

Page 87: ...n Scavengers 0 00 1 80 0 01 Iron Reduction 3 100 Iodine 050 0 00 14 00 0 08 DPD 2 100 Iron Bipyridyl 51 0 00 6 00 0 06 Bipyridyl 2 50 Iron Phenanthroline 53 0 00 4 50 0 04 1 10 Phenanthroline 2 50 Iro...

Page 88: ...00 mg L 0 07 Ascorbic Acid Digestion 25 Phosphorus Total High Range 83 0 0 70 0 mg L 5 0 mg L Molybdovanadate Digestion 5 25 Potassium 81 0 0 10 0 0 5 Tetraphenolboron 2 100 Silica Low Range 85 0 00 2...

Page 89: ...is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Alkalinity is a measure of the acid neutralizing capacity of water that enables it to resist abrupt changes in pH I...

Page 90: ...indicate the amount of alkalinity in the sample SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Samples should be analyzed as soon as possible after collection Sample may be refrigerated for 24 hours INTERFERENCES Quat...

Page 91: ...selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reagent blank follow the above...

Page 92: ...Test Procedures ALKALINITY UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 93: ...collect 813 248 0585 Aluminum is the third most common element in the earth s crust which accounts for its wide appearance in many water supplies Aluminum exists in water as soluble salts colloidal c...

Page 94: ...and mix contents Wait 5 minutes for maximum color development 13 At end of 5 minute waiting period mix insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCAN SAMPLE Record result 14 Press and hold OFF but...

Page 95: ...lable from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Ammonia nitrogen is present in various concentrations in many surface and ground water supplies Any sudden change in the c...

Page 96: ...tration in the sample SAMPLE HANDLE PRESERVATION Ammonia solutions tend to be unstable and should be analyzed immediately Samples may be stored for 24 hours at 4 C or 28 days at 20 C INTERFERENCES The...

Page 97: ...ert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 11 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu select...

Page 98: ...cylate Ammonia 1 3978 Cap and mix 8 Use the 0 15 g spoon 0727 to add two measures of Salicylate 2 Reagent 7457 Cap and mix until dissolved Wait 1 minute 9 At end of 1 minute waiting period use 0 1 g s...

Page 99: ...to scan a distilled or deionized water blank Then follow the above procedure to perform the test on a distilled or deionized water sample This test result is the reagent blank Subtract the reagent bl...

Page 100: ...est Procedures AMMONIA NITROGEN Low Range SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 101: ...n when encountered in natural waters Ammonia is rapidly oxidized in natural water systems by special bacterial groups that produce nitrite and nitrate This oxidation requires that dissolved oxygen be...

Page 102: ...ke another menu selection CALCULATIONS To express results as Unionized Ammonia NH3 ppm Unionized Ammonia NH3 ppm Ammonia Nitrogen NH3 N x 1 2 To express results as Ionized Ammonia NH4 ppm Ionized Ammo...

Page 103: ...re stable than chlorine or bromine and has little chemical odor Biquanide is an e ective bacteriacide but unlike chlorine and bromine it does not destroy organic contaminants Therefore hydrogen peroxi...

Page 104: ...old OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTE For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to acc...

Page 105: ...s An excess of boron can a ect the central nervous system resulting in a syndrome known as borism Some natural waters may contain small amounts of boron Large concentrations may be due to industrial e...

Page 106: ...chamber during the waiting time The reaction is photosensitive 10 When 2 minutes remain on the rst timer Reagent Blank press ON button to turn spectrophotometer on 11 Scroll to and select PROGRAMMEDTE...

Page 107: ...DL 0 04 ppm METHOD In bu ered sample bromine reacts with diethyl p phenylene diamine DPD to produce a pink red color in proportion to the concentration of bromine present SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION...

Page 108: ...menu or make another menu selection PROCEDURE B BROMINE IN THE PRESENCE OF CHLORINE Use universal sample holder 1 Press USE button to turn on colorimeter 2 Scroll to and select ALLTESTS or another seq...

Page 109: ...motte com Search for the four digit reagent code number listed on the reagent label in the contents list or in the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number F...

Page 110: ...uction of bromine present in such solutions For best results start analysis immediately after sampling Samples to be analyzed for bromine cannot be preserved or stored INTERFERENCES The only interferi...

Page 111: ...or make another menu selection NOTE For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reagent bla...

Page 112: ...Test Procedures BROMINE UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 113: ...e from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Cadmium is used in batteries paint pigments electroplating processes and with other metals in the preparation of alloys The so...

Page 114: ...ately insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 13 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make anothe...

Page 115: ...to the natural process of water passing through salt formations in the earth or it may be evidence of the intrusion of seawater or pollution from industrial processes or domestic wastes The salt conte...

Page 116: ...on to turn the colorimeter o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTE For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contr...

Page 117: ...will be destroyed A number of conditions a ect the sanitizing action of chlorine In municipal systems these can be controlled so that if chlorine is detectable it can be assumed that bacteria have bee...

Page 118: ...tation will accelerate the reduction of chlorine present in such solutions For best results start analysis immediately after sampling Samples to be analyzed for chlorine cannot be preserved or stored...

Page 119: ...full color development 12 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result as ppm total chlorine 13 Subtract the Free Chlorine reading from the Total Chlorine reading to determi...

Page 120: ...Test Procedures CHLORINE LIQUID SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 121: ...estroyed A number of conditions a ect the sanitizing action of chlorine In municipal systems these can be controlled so that if chlorine is detectable it can be assumed that bacteria have been killed...

Page 122: ...tion will accelerate the reduction of chlorine present in such solutions For best results start analysis immediately after sampling Samples to be analyzed for chlorine cannot be preserved or stored IN...

Page 123: ...ORINE Use universal sample holder 9 Add one Chlorine DPD 3 Instrument Grade Tablet 6197A to sample from Step 8 above Cap tube and shake for 10 seconds Invert slowly 5 times An increase in color repres...

Page 124: ...Test Procedures CHLORINE DPD TABLET SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 125: ...S 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 All water for cities and communities must be sanitized even waters that come from clean sources protected watersheds reservoirs and deep wells...

Page 126: ...ence of iodide free available chlorine reacts instantly with DPD to produce a red color Subsequent addition of potassium iodide evokes a rapid color response from the combined forms of chlorine chlora...

Page 127: ...or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reagent b...

Page 128: ...Test Procedures CHLORINE FREE UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 129: ...l US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 All water for cities and communities must be sanitized even waters that come from clean sources protected watersheds reservoirs and deep wel...

Page 130: ...ence of iodide free available chlorine reacts instantly with DPD to produce a red color Subsequent addition of potassium iodide evokes a rapid color response from the combined forms of chlorine chlora...

Page 131: ...menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reage...

Page 132: ...Test Procedures CHLORINE TOTAL UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 133: ...ste and odor in certain cases Chlorine dioxide unlike chlorine does not produce carcinogenic chlorinated organic compounds when reacted with organic materials A disadvantage is the higher cost of prod...

Page 134: ...Pour out all but a su cient amount of sample water to cover tablet Add 5 drops of Glycine Solution 6811 8 Add one Chlorine DPD 1 Instrument Grade Tablet 6903A Cap and shake for 10 seconds Invert 5 tim...

Page 135: ...or incompletely treated industrial waste Chromium is one of a class of heavy metals found in the bottom mud of polluted bodies of water Certain shell sh are capable of concentrating this element enda...

Page 136: ...er 0465 in half then half again to form a cone Push corners together to open end and insert into funnel 0459 9 At the end of 3 minute waiting period lter sample into a clean tube Mix Insert tube into...

Page 137: ...etter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy contact LaMotte by email phone or fax Emergency information for all L...

Page 138: ...a red purple color in proportion to the amount of chromium present SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Analysis for chromium should be made as quickly as possible after sample collection since storage in gl...

Page 139: ...CHROMIUM WITH ACID DIGESTION PROCEDURE 1 Fill graduated cylinder 0418 to 50 mL line with sample water Transfer to Erlenmeyer ask 0431 2 Use the 1 mL pipet 0354 to add 5 mL ve measures of Sulfuric Acid...

Page 140: ...e waiting period fold a piece of lter paper in half then in half again to form a cone Push corners together to open end and insert into funnel 0459 18 Filter sample into a clean tube 0290 Cap and mix...

Page 141: ...concentrated in some shell sh endangering the health of the human or animal that consumes them Chromium may be present in water containing waste from industries such as metal plating If more than 0 5...

Page 142: ...4 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be det...

Page 143: ...l phone or fax Emergency information for all LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Cobalt rarely occurs in natural water It is used in t...

Page 144: ...3 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result in ppm cobalt 14 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or m...

Page 145: ...Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 COD Low Level Mercury Free Tubes are not USEPA approved COD Low Level Mercury Tubes are USEPA approved NOTE These reagents are for us...

Page 146: ...hould be homogenized in a blender 100 mL for 30 seconds and then stirred gently with a magnetic stirrer INTERFERENCES Volatile organic compounds are not oxidized to the extent that they are in the vap...

Page 147: ...LR0 150 from PROGRAMMEDTESTS menu 14 Scroll to and select 25CODLR0 150 from menu 15 Wipe the blank tube with a damp towel to remove ngerprints and smudges Wipe with a dry towel 16 Insert reagent blank...

Page 148: ...aged Some samples may be digested completely in less than two hours The concentration may be measured at 15 minute intervals while the vials are still hot until the reading remains unchanged The vials...

Page 149: ...l US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 COD Standard Level Mercury Free Tubes are not USEPA approved COD Standard Level Mercury Tubes are USEPA approved NOTE These reagents are for...

Page 150: ...ogenized in a blender 100 mL for 30 seconds and then stirred gently with a magnetic stirrer INTERFERENCES Volatile organic compounds are not oxidized to the extent that they are in the vapor above the...

Page 151: ...1500 from PROGRAMMEDTESTS menu 14 Wipe the blank tube with a damp towel to remove ngerprints and smudges Wipe with a dry towel 15 Scroll to and select 26CODSR0 1500 from menu 16 Insert reagent blank t...

Page 152: ...ed Some samples may be digested completely in less than two hours The concentration may be measured at 15 minute intervals while the vials are still hot until the reading remains unchanged The vials s...

Page 153: ...Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 COD High Level Mercury Free Tubes and COD High Level Mercury Tubes are not USEPA approved NOTE These reagents are for use with the SM...

Page 154: ...amples with suspended solids should be homogenized in a blender 100 mL for 30 seconds and then stirred gently with a magnetic stirrer INTERFERENCES Volatile organic compounds are not oxidized to the e...

Page 155: ...menu 14 Wipe the blank tube with a damp towel to remove ngerprints and smudges Wipe with a dry towel 15 Scroll to and select 27CODHR0 15000 from menu 16 Insert reagent blank tube into chamber Align th...

Page 156: ...ested completely in less than two hours The concentration may be measured at 15 minute intervals while the vials are still hot until the reading remains unchanged The vials should be cooled to room te...

Page 157: ...000 color units MDL 15 cu METHOD Color is determined by a meter that has been calibrated with colored standards of known platinum cobalt concentration True color the color of water in which the turbid...

Page 158: ...r 6 Insert the tube into chamber close lid and select SCANBLANK 7 Remove tube from spectrophotometer Empty tube 8 Rinse tube with sample water Fill to 10 mL line with water sample 9 Insert tube with s...

Page 159: ...me contaminated from untreated industrial wastes The addition of copper sulfate to lakes causes an increase in the copper content of the sediments Acid waters and those high in free carbon dioxide may...

Page 160: ...d select SCANBLANK 7 Remove tube from Spectro and add one Copper Tablet 3808A Cap and shake vigorously until tablet dissolves Solution will turn purple if copper is present Wait 2 minutes 8 At end of...

Page 161: ...n of copper sulfate to lakes causes an increase in the copper content of the sediments Acid waters and those high in free carbon dioxide may cause the corrosion or eating away of copper brass and bron...

Page 162: ...er o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test res...

Page 163: ...auses an increase in the copper content of the sediments Acid waters and those high in free carbon dioxide may cause the corrosion or eating away of copper brass and bronze pipes and ttings This corro...

Page 164: ...id and select SCANBLANK 7 Remove tube from Spectro and add 5 drops of Copper 1 6446 Cap and mix Solution will turn yellow if copper is present 8 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPL...

Page 165: ...H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy contact LaMotte by email phone or fax Emergency information for all LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813...

Page 166: ...the sample container Samples should be analyzed as soon as possible after collection If storage is necessary 0 5 mL of 20 hydrochloric acid per 100 mL of sample will prevent plating out However a cor...

Page 167: ...selection NOTE For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reagent blank follow the above t...

Page 168: ...Test Procedures COPPER UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 169: ...on the reagent label in the contents list or in the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a pri...

Page 170: ...PRESERVATION Cyanide solutions tend to be unstable and should be analyzed as soon as possible Samples can be stabilized by adjusting the pH to greater than 12 with NaOH However the pH will have to be...

Page 171: ...justment until pH is between 10 5 and 11 0 7 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANBLANK 8 Remove tube from Spectro Use the 1 0 mL pipet 0354 to add 1 0 mL of Cyanide Bu er 2850PS to tube...

Page 172: ...Test Procedures CYANIDE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 173: ...n of ultraviolet rays in sunlight Cyanuric acid levels in pools should be maintained between 25 and 75 ppm and various public health associations recommend that the concentration should never exceed 1...

Page 174: ...form if cyanuric acid is present Wait 1 minute NOTE This reagent bottle has a special tting which enables the syringe to be inserted into the top of the bottle With syringe in place invert bottle and...

Page 175: ...agent label in the contents list or in the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy...

Page 176: ...as soon as possible after collection Deterioration of the sample can be minimized by keeping samples in the dark or refrigerated until analysis can be performed INTERFERENCES No known interference fr...

Page 177: ...or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result b...

Page 178: ...Test Procedures CYANURIC ACID UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 179: ...atic organisms Naturally present dissolved oxygen enters the water when plants photosynthesize Wind and wave action also cause oxygen from the air to dissolve into water Dissolved oxygen is consumed b...

Page 180: ...mix gently 5 Add 2 drops of Manganese Sulfate Solution 4167 and 2 drops of Alkaline Potassium Iodide Azide 7166 Cap and mix by inverting several times A precipitate will form Allow the precipitate to...

Page 181: ...NK 6 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANBLANK 7 Fill a second tube 0290 to the 10 line with the treated Fixed sample This tube is the SAMPLE 8 Remove BLANK from Spectro insert SAMPLE tu...

Page 182: ...Test Procedures DISSOLVED OXYGEN SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 183: ...nted copy contact LaMotte by email phone or fax Emergency information for all LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Fluoride may occur n...

Page 184: ...rigerated in plastic containers INTERFERENCES The following substances produce a positive interference at the concentration given Chloride Cl Phosphate PO4 3 Hexametaphosphate NaPO3 6 The following su...

Page 185: ...olution 4128 Cap and mix 7 Use the 1 0 mL pipet 0354 to add 2 measures of Acid Zirconyl SPADNS Reagent 3875 Cap and mix thoroughly This is the reagent blank 8 Insert tube into chamber close lid and se...

Page 186: ...Test Procedures FLUORIDE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 187: ...potential health hazards To view or print a Safety Data Sheet SDS for these reagents go to www lamotte com Search for the four digit reagent code number listed on the reagent label in the contents li...

Page 188: ...n SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Samples should be analyzed as soon as possible after collection If storage is necessary add 0 5 mL of 20 hydrochloric acid per 100 mL of sample However the added acid wi...

Page 189: ...election NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reagent blank follow the above t...

Page 190: ...Test Procedures HARDNESS TOTAL UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 191: ...l US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Hydrazine N2 H4 is added to the water in high pressure boilers to reduce corrosion by acting as an oxygen scavenger APPLICATION Boiler and c...

Page 192: ...sults 9 At the end of the 2 minute waiting period mix insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 10 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT butt...

Page 193: ...osion due to hydrogen sul de It may also be used as a sanitizing agent for water treatment Hydrogen peroxide is relatively unstable and for this reason it dissipates quickly and leaves no residuals AP...

Page 194: ...e lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 10 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possibl...

Page 195: ...4 International call collect 813 248 0585 Large quantities of hydrogen peroxide are added to a swimming pool to shock it Shocking breaks down waste products and re establishes a positive level of sani...

Page 196: ...PRESERVATION Hydrogen peroxide is not stable in aqueous solutions Exposure to sunlight and agitation will accelerate the reduction of hydrogen peroxide in dilute solutions For best results start anal...

Page 197: ...d mix insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 11 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make anothe...

Page 198: ...st Procedures HYDROGEN PEROXIDE HIGH RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Compan...

Page 199: ...evel of sanitizer While many types of shock can be used with chlorine or bromine pools only hydrogen peroxide shock can be used to shock biguanide pools APPLICATION Swimming pools RANGE 0 225 ppm Hydr...

Page 200: ...eriod mix insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 11 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make an...

Page 201: ...estroyed A number of conditions a ect the sanitizing action of chlorine In municipal systems these can be controlled so that if chlorine is detectable it can be assumed that bacteria have been killed...

Page 202: ...eak solutions will rapidly decrease Exposure to sunlight or agitation will accelerate the reduction of iodine present in such solutions For best results start analysis immediately after sampling Sampl...

Page 203: ...nt amount of sample water to cover a tablet Add one DPD 1 Tablet Instrument Grade 6903A Crush tablet with tablet crusher 0175 Add sample water until tube is lled to 10 mL line Cap and shake until tabl...

Page 204: ...Test Procedures IODINE DPD TABLET SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 205: ...s available for removing or reducing the iron content Water softening resins are e ective for removing small amounts of iron and special ion exchange materials are selective for iron removal High conc...

Page 206: ...nsert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 10 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu sele...

Page 207: ...waters contain some iron Its presence may vary from small traces to very large amounts in water which is contaminated by acid mine wastes For domestic use the concentration should not exceed 0 2 ppm...

Page 208: ...o pH 2 3 will prevent deposition of iron on the container walls Samples should be analyzed as soon as possible after collection since ferrous iron undergoes oxidation to ferric iron INTERFERENCES Stro...

Page 209: ...for maximum color delelopment 10 After 5 minutes mix insert tube into Spectro Close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result as ppm Total Iron 11 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o o...

Page 210: ...Test Procedures IRON I I0 PHENANTHROLINE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 211: ...CODE 1962 1 Pipettor 3 mL 30528 1 Pipet Tip 0 5 mL 30695 1 Cuvette Rack 31695 1 Package of 3 Vials empty 0156 1 Foil Storage Bag 9467 Most natural waters contain some iron Its presence may vary from s...

Page 212: ...e sample container should be cleaned with acid and rinsed with deionized water Addition of acid to adjust the sample The pH 2 3 will prevent depositation of iron on the container walls Samples should...

Page 213: ...menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be determined to account for any contribution to the test result by the reagent system To determine the reage...

Page 214: ...Test Procedures IRON UDV SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 215: ...in a printed copy contact LaMotte by email phone or fax Emergency information for all LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 The average...

Page 216: ...The di erence between the two measurements is due to the lead concentration SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Analyze sample as soon as possible If sample must be stored acidify with nitric acid to a pH of...

Page 217: ...Reading A 13 Remove tube from Spectro Add 3 drops DDC Reagent 4034 Cap and mix 14 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result in ppm as Reading B 15 ppm Lead Reading A Read...

Page 218: ...Test Procedures LEAD SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 219: ...gen In surface waters manganese may be in various oxidation states as soluble complexes or as suspended compounds Manganese is rarely present in excess of 1 mg L It may cause an objectionable taste or...

Page 220: ...lose lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 11 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTE For best possi...

Page 221: ...s as soluble complexes or as suspended compounds Manganese is rarely present in excess of 1 mg L It may impart an objectionable taste or cause staining problems in laundry but manganese levels normall...

Page 222: ...he 0 15 g spoon 0727 to add one measure of Manganese Periodate Reagent 6311 Cap and shake for one minute An undissolved portion of the reagent may remain in the bottom of the tube without adversely a...

Page 223: ...production of amalgams mirror coatings and measuring devices such as thermometers barometers and manometers Pharmaceuticals and paints contain mercury It is also used in fungicides and pesticides and...

Page 224: ...er 4864 Cap and mix 9 Use the 0 5 mL pipet 0353 to add 0 5 mL of prepared TMK Indicator Cap and mix 10 Wait one minute 11 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result as ppm...

Page 225: ...uding nitrogen xation In industrial processes such as the operation of boilers and cooling towers molybdenum in the form of sodium molybdate is used as a corrosion inhibitor APPLICATION Boiler and coo...

Page 226: ...Mo Bu er 3997 Cap and mix 8 Use a second 1 0 mL pipet 0372 to add 1 0 mL of Molybdenum Oxidizing Reagent 6485 Cap and mix 9 Use 0 05 g spoon 0696 to add one measure of Molybdenum Indicator Powder 6486...

Page 227: ...l phone or fax Emergency information for all LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Nickel is not usually found in natural waters except...

Page 228: ...it 20 minutes for color development 7 At end of 20 minute waiting period ll a clean tube 0290 to the 10 mL line with the developed test sample 8 Fill a second clean tube 0290 to 10 mL line with deioni...

Page 229: ...0585 Nitrogen is essential for plant growth but excessive amounts in water supplies can result in nutrient pollution Nitrates in conjunction with phosphate stimulate the growth of algae creating wate...

Page 230: ...e within 24 hours the sample should be refrigerated at 4 C When samples must be stored for more than 24 hours add 2 mL of concentrated sulfuric acid per liter of sample For best results the analysis f...

Page 231: ...and select SCANSAMPLE Record result in ppm nitrate 14 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For...

Page 232: ...Test Procedures NITRATE TABLET SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 233: ...ssive amounts in water supplies presents a major pollution problem Nitrogen compounds may enter water as nitrates or be converted to nitrates from agricultural fertilizers sewage industrial and packin...

Page 234: ...s possible If analysis cannot be made within 24 hours the sample should be preserved by refrigeration at 4 C When samples must be stored for more than 24 hours they can be preserved by adding 2 mL of...

Page 235: ...for maximum color development NOTE At end of waiting period an undissolved portion of Nitrate Reducing Reagent may remain in bottom of the tube without a ecting results 11 At the end of the 10 minute...

Page 236: ...est Procedures NITRATE NITROGEN LOW RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 237: ...robic conditions bacteria oxidize ammonia to nitrites and under anaerobic conditions bacteria reduce nitrates to nitrites Nitrites are often used as preservatives when added to certain foods The nitri...

Page 238: ...aduated cylinder into the colorimeter tube Use graduated cylinder or similar to measure 5 mL of Mixed Acid Reagent V 6278 and add to tube Cap and mix 9 Use the 0 1 g spoon 0699 to add two measures of...

Page 239: ...anic nitrogen Under aerobic conditions bacteria oxidize ammonia to nitrites and under anaerobic conditions bacteria reduce nitrates to nitrites Nitrites are often used as food preservatives The nitrit...

Page 240: ...rd result in ppm nitrite 14 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a r...

Page 241: ...n the reagent label in the contents list or in the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a print...

Page 242: ...not be exceeded To the sanitary and industrial engineer concentrations of less than 1 ppm are acceptable APPLICATION Drinking surface saline domestic and industrial waters RANGE 0 25 mg L Total Nitro...

Page 243: ...tubes 14 Use a 0 15 g spoon 0727 and a funnel 0459 to add one level measure of Total Nitrogen Reagent A Powder 4041 Tap funnel to dispense powder completely Cap the tubes and shake for 15 seconds 15 W...

Page 244: ...amber Select SCANSAMPLE Record the result as Total Nitrogen in mg L N 26 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu...

Page 245: ...y letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy contact LaMotte by email phone or fax Emergency information for al...

Page 246: ...sample The resulting ferrous iron reacts with an indicator to produce a purple color SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Analyze samples immediately Rinse sample containers and glassware with 1 1 hydrochlor...

Page 247: ...mediately insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Read within 30 seconds Record result in ppm DEHA 15 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to...

Page 248: ...mix 14 Immediately insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Read within 30 seconds Record result in ppm carbohydrazide 15 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or...

Page 249: ...mix 14 Immediately insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Read within 30 seconds Record result in ppm erythorbic acid 15 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or...

Page 250: ...ix 14 Immediately insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Read within 30 seconds Record result in ppm hydroquinone 15 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o or pres...

Page 251: ...ix 14 Immediately insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Read within 30 seconds Record result in ppm methylethylketoxime 15 Press and hold OFF button to turn the spectrophotometer o...

Page 252: ...Test Procedures OXYGEN SCAVENGERS SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 253: ...phone or fax Emergency information for all LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Ozone is sometimes used in place of or in conjunction w...

Page 254: ...ress plunger several times to purge syringe and tubing Slowly withdraw plunger to ll purged syringe 7 Remove plastic tubing from syringe Remove cap from the prepared tube Place tip of syringe against...

Page 255: ...e one of the prepared tubes 0290 and sampling apparatus 0681 to sampling site 6 Lower end of tubing of sampling apparatus to desired depth Slowly withdraw and depress plunger several times to purge sy...

Page 256: ...ometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTE HR Reagent must be made fresh each week If reagent is refrigerated it may be kept up to 3 weeks OZONE SMART...

Page 257: ...basic nature of materials Acidic substances have a pH less than 7 0 neutral substances have a pH equal to 7 0 and alkaline substances have a pH greater than 7 0 Most natural waters have pH values fro...

Page 258: ...turbidity interfere with the colorimetric pH measurement Color interference may be removed by standardizing the instrument with the original water sample Two drops of 0 1N sodium thiosulfate per 100 m...

Page 259: ...ate pH test name from menu 6 Rinse a clean tube 0290 with sample water Fill to the 10 mL line with sample 7 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANBLANK 8 Remove tube from Spectro Use the 0...

Page 260: ...Test Procedures pH SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 261: ...and in drinking water supplies Chlorination of waters containing phenols may produce odiferous and objectionable tasting chlorophenols Natural waters seldom contain more than 1 mg L phenol Phenols may...

Page 262: ...yrine Reagent 7825 C Cap and mix until powder dissolves 8 Use the plain pipet 0352 to add 4 drops of Ammonium Hydroxide Solution 7826 Cap and mix 9 Use the 1 mL pipet 0354 to add 2 mL of Potassium Fer...

Page 263: ...l LaMotte reagents is available from Chem Tel US 1 800 255 3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Phosphorus is an important nutrient for aquatic plants The amount found in water is generally no...

Page 264: ...enthic deposits are present in the area being sampled great care should be taken not to include these deposits If the analysis cannot be performed the same day of collection the sample should be prese...

Page 265: ...hosphate Acid Reagent V 6282 Cap and mix 8 Use the 0 1 g spoon 0699 to add one measure of Phosphate Reducing Reagent V 6283 Cap and shake until powder dissolves Wait 5 minutes for full color developme...

Page 266: ...Test Procedures PHOSPHATE LOW RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 267: ...other industrial water systems are run at levels up to 100 ppm orthophosphate These high levels permit the use of a simpler high range test APPLICATION Boiler cooling and industrial waters RANGE 0 0 7...

Page 268: ...and select SCANBLANK 7 Remove tube from Spectro Use the 1 0 mL pipet 0354 to add 2 0 mL of VM Phosphate Reagent 4410 Cap and mix Wait 5 minutes for full color development 8 After 5 minute waiting peri...

Page 269: ...abel in the contents list or in the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy contact...

Page 270: ...phates Heat acid and persulfate convert the organic phosphates to orthophosphate during the digestion Ammonium molybdate and antimony potassium tartrate react in a ltered acid medium with dilute solut...

Page 271: ...0354 to add 1 0 mL of Total Phosphorus LR Hydroxide Reagent 4038 to the tube Cap and invert to mix 11 Wipe the vial with a damp towel to remove ngerprints and smudges Wipe with a dry towel 12 Insert t...

Page 272: ...est Procedures PHOSPHORUS TOTAL LOW RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 273: ...the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy contact LaMotte by email phone or fax E...

Page 274: ...vert the organic phosphates to orthophosphate during the digestion Orthophosphate reacts in acid conditions with ammonium vanadomolybdate to form vanadomolybdophosphoric acid The resulting yellow colo...

Page 275: ...orus HR Hydroxide Reagent 4037 to each tube Cap and invert to mix 8 Use the 0 5 mL pipet 0353 to add 0 5 mL Total Phosphorus HR Indicator Reagent 4039 to each tube Cap and invert to mix Wait 7 minutes...

Page 276: ...est Procedures PHOSPHORUS TOTAL HIGH RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Compan...

Page 277: ...common element on the Earth may be found in minor quantities in most water supplies It seldom exceeds 10 ppm in drinking water and usually is less than 2 ppm In some brine or runo in agricultural are...

Page 278: ...se lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 10 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possib...

Page 279: ...l water Silica may be present as suspended insoluble particles in a colloidal or polymeric state It may also be present in a reactive form as silicic acid or silicate ions Silica is a major nutrient f...

Page 280: ...lue color SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Silica samples may be preserved by refrigeration at 4 C in plastic containers up to one week without any change in silica concentration INTERFERENCES Sul des and...

Page 281: ...development 11 At end of 5 minute waiting period mix insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 12 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT butto...

Page 282: ...Test Procedures SILICA LOW RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 283: ...as suspended insoluble particles in a colloidal or polymeric state It may also be present in a reactive form as silicic acid or silicate ions Silica is a major nutrient for diatoms A silica cycle occ...

Page 284: ...nates the molybdophosphoric acid complex SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Silica samples may be preserved by refrigeration at 4 C in plastic containers up to one week without any change in silica concentr...

Page 285: ...t to mix 8 Add 12 drops of Silica Reagent 2 V 4467 Cap and mix Wait 5 minutes 9 At end of 5 minute waiting period add 8 drops of Silica Reagent 3 V 4468 Cap and mix 10 Insert tube into chamber close l...

Page 286: ...Test Procedures SILICA HIGH RANGE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 287: ...pollution which may contribute extremely large amounts of sulfate content to natural waters Other sources of sulfate include waste material from pulp mills steel mills food processing operations and m...

Page 288: ...Wait 5 minutes 8 Mix tube again Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result 9 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previo...

Page 289: ...3924 International call collect 813 248 0585 Sul de occurs in many well water supplies and sometimes is formed in lakes or surface waters In distribution systems it may be formed as a result of bacter...

Page 290: ...al action Samples that are used for total sul de concentrations may be preserved by adding 2M zinc acetate solution at a dosage of 2 mL per liter of sample This precipitates sul de as inert zinc sul d...

Page 291: ...to add 1 0 mL of Sul de Reagent A V 4458 Cap and mix 8 Add 6 drops of Sul de Reagent B V 4459 Cap and mix Wait 1 minute Solution will turn blue if sul des are present 9 Use the 1 0 mL pipet 0354 to a...

Page 292: ...Test Procedures SULFIDE SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 05 02 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 293: ...ons is the main source of surfactants in waters Surfactants are found in low concentrations in natural water except in areas of an outfall or other point source APPLICATION Surface water wastewater RA...

Page 294: ...the tube to remove bubbles if they are present 12 Wait 5 minutes DO NOT MIX 13 Insert tube into chamber close lid and select SCANSAMPLE Record result in ppm LAS 14 Press and hold OFF button to turn th...

Page 295: ...examples of hydroxylated aromatic compounds found in discharge wastewater from paper mills in some boiler water treatment in natural brackish water and in wastewater from leather tanning plants The ta...

Page 296: ...esult 10 Press and hold OFF button to turn spectrophotometer o or press EXIT button to exit to a previous menu or make another menu selection NOTES For best possible results a reagent blank should be...

Page 297: ...quence containing 98Turbidity from TESTINGMENU 4 Scroll to and select 98Turbidity from menu 5 Rinse a clean tube 0290 with deionized water turbidity free Fill to the 10 mL line with deionized water 6...

Page 298: ...ve 1 000 g of Hydrazine Sulfate in deionized water and dilute to the mark in a 100 mL volumetric ask 2 Dissolve 10 00 g of hexamethylenetetramine in deionized water and dilute to the mark in a 100 mL...

Page 299: ...list or in the test procedures Omit any letter that follows or precedes the four digit code number For example if the code is 4450WT H search 4450 To obtain a printed copy contact LaMotte by email pho...

Page 300: ...ded to reduce the interference of manganese SAMPLE HANDLING PRESERVATION Sample should be analyzed within 6 hours after collection The addition of hydrochloric acid will help preserve the metal ion co...

Page 301: ...ure of Zinc Bu er Powder 6315 Cap and shake vigorously for 1 minute Some undissolved bu er may remain in the bottom of the tube 8 Add 3 drops of Sodium Cyanide 10 6565 Cap and mix 9 Use the 1 mL pipet...

Page 302: ...Test Procedures ZINC SMART Spectro 2 Test Procedures 07 05 16 info GlobalScientificSupply com www GlobalScientificSupply com GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SUPPLY The Laboratory Supply Company...

Page 303: ...om the total ammonia nitrogen 10 C 15 C 20 C 25 C pH FW1 SW2 FW SW FW SW FW SW 7 0 0 19 0 27 0 40 0 55 7 1 0 23 0 34 0 50 0 70 7 2 0 29 0 43 0 63 0 88 7 3 0 37 0 54 0 79 1 10 7 4 0 47 0 68 0 99 1 38 7...

Page 304: ...2 1 ppm Total Ammonia Nitrogen x 0 1118 0 1118 ppm Unionized Ammonia Nitrogen 3 Total Ammonia Nitrogen 1 0000 ppm Unionized Ammonia Nitrogen _ 0 1118 ppm Ionized Ammonia Nitrogen 0 8882 ppm APPENDIX S...

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