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Palintest

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Pooltest 9

Bluetooth

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Operation Manual

ZI INST 7009B EN

Palintest

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Pooltest9Bluetooth_ZI INST 7009B EN  29/7/15  12:03  Page 1

Summary of Contents for Pooltest 9 Bluetooth

Page 1: ...Palintest Pooltest 9Bluetooth Operation Manual ZI INST 7009B EN Palintest Pooltest9Bluetooth_ZI INST 7009B EN 29 7 15 12 03 Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...om our United Kingdom headquarters we export to over 100 countries across the globe Our products are used in a wide variety of applications to protect the environment and safeguard public health To find out more about Palintest please visit www palintest com or contact your local Palintest partner Palintest is a registered trademark of Palintest Ltd Bluetooth and Bluetooth SMART are registered tra...

Page 3: ...st 9 Bluetooth 15 Reading with the Pooltest 9 Bluetooth 16 Timer 17 Changing Result Units of Expression 17 Follow on Tests 18 Check Standard Mode 23 Enter Check Standard Values 23 Check Standard Measurement 23 Photometric Testing Hints and Tips Troubleshooting Technical Specifications Spares and Consumables Palintest Aqua Pal App and the Palintest Portal 6 Introduction 4 Quick Start 5 1 2 Chapter ...

Page 4: ...ooltest 9 Bluetooth is provided with programmed methods for a comprehensive range of water quality parameters Upon choosing a test the instrument automatically selects the required parameters for accurate analysis including wavelength and reaction time On completion of some tests optional follow on tests are available plus results can be converted to alternative units of expression e g mg l to ppm...

Page 5: ...clear easy to read zones 1 Mode or Test Identification 2 Dialogue screen prompts and choices will be displayed as a list Select using up down arrows 3 Info Panel displays status icons date time and Sample Operator ID 4 Action select choices are displayed as a row Use left right arrows to select 2 3 Info Panel Icons 1 2 3 4 Description Battery status Bluetooth connected Bluetooth on not connected U...

Page 6: ...east 20cm below the surface of the water Rinse any sample container repeatedly with the sample to prevent any cross contamination from previous samples Once collected the sample must be processed immediately or as quickly as possible especially for highly reactive species such as chlorine for example The use of a portable field test kit makes this possible However if the delay between sample colle...

Page 7: ...of new batteries observing the correct polarity as indicated Use 3 x 1 5V AA alkaline batteries or equivalent See Appendix 2 for more details To avoid corrosion damage through leakage remove batteries from the instrument if it is to be stored or left unused for a long period 4 3 Start up Screen The default start screen on power up is the Choose a Test screen To access the Mode menu press the left ...

Page 8: ...oll through results using the up down arrows Select Back to return to the previous menu Clear the entire log can be deleted from the Pooltest 9 Bluetooth if the instrument is not locked see System Lock Selecting Clear produces the following screen Choose Yes to delete all data No to return to the previous screen Data can be downloaded via either Bluetooth see Bluetooth Log Transfer or USB connecti...

Page 9: ...e either Edit to modify the existing entry or Delete to remove it from the list 5 3 Sample ID The Pooltest 9 Bluetooth offers the option to create up to 24 unique alphanumeric Sample IDs Sample IDs are added to the result data automatically but deleting IDs does not affect the result log To create a new Sample ID select Sample ID and use the up down keys to select a blank field Select New and pres...

Page 10: ...ooth Communications OFF Bluetooth LogTransfer transfer historical log data to theAqua Pal app when connected to a remote device Bluetooth Device ID create a unique device name for the Pooltest 9 Bluetooth to discriminate between multiple connections Bluetooth Communication On Select this option to enable Bluetooth communications allowing the instrument to be paired with a suitable Bluetooth SMART ...

Page 11: ... is connected Toggle between COM Port and Hard Disk mode in the System USB menu by selecting the desired option The USB connection supports software update and data download through a simple drag and drop approach when operated in Hard Disk mode Hard Drive The instrument appears as a removable hard drive when connected to a PC in Hard Disk mode Upon connection the remote drive will have the follow...

Page 12: ...nding on the pool treatment programme Two choices are available and only one range can be used at any time 0 5 the standard range of 0 5mg l ppm Cl2 In this range the AP 011 and AP 031 DPD reagent packs are suitable 0 10 the extended range of 0 10mg l ppm Cl2 In this range the AP 013 DPD XF and AP 033 DPD XF XT packs will be required to carry out the testing The selected range of DPD will be indic...

Page 13: ...h year using the left right keys to select the field Press OK when the correct date is set The Date Format can be set to DD MM YYYY or MM DD YYYY as required To select the required format highlight the desired choice and press OK 5 14 Time Out When operating using battery power the Pooltest 9 Bluetooth provides automatic power off as a power saving measure Three settings are provided Normal 5 minu...

Page 14: ...ce of alternating squares to give visual indication of the correct settings to apply When complete acceptable press the OK key 5 17 Version The serial number of the instrument and the software version are displayed The instrument serial number will be required for technical support and servicing warranty and can also be found on the case of the instrument Pooltest9Bluetooth_ZI INST 7009B EN 29 7 1...

Page 15: ...he 10 most common tests with a single key push Choose a Test the full list of test parameters is available by selecting Choose a Test and scrolling using the up down keys When the desired parameter is highlighted press the OK key to access the method Tests are presented in Test Number order When the required test is selected the Pooltest 9 Bluetooth automatically selects the correct wavelength and...

Page 16: ...9 Bluetooth and will be used for all subsequent tests until The instrument is powered down temporary memory is lost deleted A new Blank reading is taken this option is available on accessing any subsequent test at the base of the screen Repeat the blanking process if the sample changes significantly or a new sample is under test Some tests use a reversed blanking process where a coloured blank cuv...

Page 17: ... required While in the Insert sample screen use the right key to move the cursor to highlight Timer The programmed reaction time will be displayed Press OK to Start the countdown Three options will be displayed Stop cancel the countdown timer Exit exits the countdown screen and returns to the Insert sample screen The countdown will continue and the current time can be seen by selecting Timer At th...

Page 18: ...nown as Follow onTests e g Phot 008Total Chlorine follows Phot 007 Free Chlorine Follow on methods are usually either based on further reagent addition to the sample just measured for sequential parameters or used to correct for potential known interferences Follow on tests are clearly defined in the Section 8 and if available are accessed via the Follow on option located at the right hand side of...

Page 19: ...rry out this test on the solution remaining from the Free Chlorine 5 test 1 If any shock treatment chemicals have been added to the pool add one DPD Oxystop tablet crush and mix to dissolve Stand for one minute before proceeding This will prevent a false response caused by the shock treatment chemicals 2 Add one DPD 3 or DPD XT tablet crush and mix to dissolve 3 Stand for two minutes to allow full...

Page 20: ... test tube and add two to three drops of solution from the first tube Add one DPD 4 tablet crush and then make up to the 10ml mark with the solution from Step 1 Mix to dissolve tablet fully 3 Take Photometer reading immediately The DPD Glycine complexes ozone in the sample and the result displayed equates to chlorine or bromine present in the sample only 4 Subtract the result obtained in Step 3 fr...

Page 21: ...le to the 10ml mark 2 Add one Cyanuric Acid tablet DO NOT CRUSH Allow to disintegrate for at least two minutes A cloudy solution indicates the presence of cyanuric acid 3 Crush any remaining undissolved tablet mix fully and take photometer reading Test 10 Iron 1 Range 0 1 00mg l ppm Fe Colour change Colourless Pink 1 Fill test cuvette with sample to the 10ml mark 2 Add one Iron LR tablet crush and...

Page 22: ... Test 77 by pressing the Alkalinity key no 7 twice or from the Choose a Test list 2 Carry out the Alkalinity test then select Follow On from the results screen 3 Carry out the Calcium Hardness test then select Follow On from the results screen 4 Carry out the pH test then select Follow on from the results screen 5 Manually enter the TDS reading in mg l or ppm taken using the numerical keys Select ...

Page 23: ...ode and press OK Two choices are offered Enter Check use the up down keys to Standard Values adjust the displayed values to match the certificate Check Standard insert the Check Standards Measurement in the defined order to generate a validation report 8 2 Enter Check Standard Values Each standard has two values assigned for two individual wavelengths Use the up down keys to adjust the values to m...

Page 24: ...duce the impact of turbidity interference but large solid particles must be removed prior to analysis Solids can be removed by filtration prior to analysis or if the solids are settleable and will not lie in the optical path allowing them to settle in the photometer cuvette can be acceptable 5 Calibration curves relate transmission absorbance to concentration to provide result data but not all cal...

Page 25: ...fect Check Standard results so ensure standards are at the defined temperature to effectively validate Check Standards have a two year shelf life after which the colours will no longer be valid Please dispose of the expired standards after this period according to the MSDS My Check Standard validation has failed Photometers may fail the Check Standard validation step due to the requirement for ser...

Page 26: ...place batteries as a set Refit the battery cover ensuring the cover is tight enough to prevent water ingress Do not overtighten as this will damage the screw housings The Pooltest 9 Bluetooth has a number of power saving features such as auto dim of the backlight and automatic power down after inactivity See Section 6 Activating these features will prevent power being used unnecessarily Bluetooth ...

Page 27: ...ptical chamber changing batteries and validating performance using the Check Standard Mode Cleaning the Optical Chamber The optical chamber has been designed to support removal and cleaning with a lint free cloth as required by removal of the access cover Do not use any of the following agents when cleaning this optical chamber Abrasive cloths Corrosive chemicals Any organic solvents Do not overti...

Page 28: ...trol for Backlight and Bluetooth to minimise battery consumption Test Methods Tests Available Pre programmed for Palintest tablet reagent and liquid reagent tests Also operates in Transmittance mode Test Selection Test number entry or direct access from assigned keys Test Cuvettes 12 20mm OD with automatic cuvette centering Result Units g l mg l ppm mmol l µmol l µg l Blanking Automatic blanking a...

Page 29: ...zone DPD method PM 056 AP 156 pH Phenol Red PM 130 AP 130 Reagents DPD Glycine 250 pack AT 056 EDTA Tablets 250 pack AT 090 DPD Oxystop 250 pack AP 017 Accessory Reagents PT 791 Pooltest 9 Bluetooth Check Standards Validation standards for Pooltest 9 Bluetooth with certificate Supplied in hard transport storage case 06233 Pooltest 9 Professional Series Service and Calibration Check Standards Servi...

Page 30: ... equipped with Bluetooth SMART connectivity On first use the Aqua Pal app will require a registration step for both the app and the secure Palintest Portal An internet connection is required to process the request as it will involve a second stage authentication via the provided email address Once the sign up process is completed the Aqua Pal app and Palintest Portal are ready to go Connecting to ...

Page 31: ...tps palintestportal com Data stored in the Aqua Pal app can be uploaded to the Palintest Portal when an internet connection is available Data stored within the portal can be shared with team members using the User Group functionality Simply assign team members to the User Group and they can view data generated by logging in to the portal Results stored within the portal can be filtered by date sam...

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