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The Palintest Turbimeter Plus utilises QuadoptiX™ 

technology for turbidity measurement.

 QuadoptiX technology uses two independent sources 

and two independent detectors to provide four entirely 

autonomous measurement systems, allowing multiple 

validation of all results for greater accuracy.

Turbidity measurements are carried out by analysis of 

light scattered at 90° to the incident light (nephelometric 

measurement) at levels below 40 NTU. Above 40 NTU 

the recommendation is to measure also at 180° to 

'compensate’ the 90° readings.

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Summary of Contents for Turbimeter Plus

Page 1: ...Turbimeter Plus Turbimeter Plus See page 1 Instruction Manual Manual de instrucciones ZIINST57ENES Véase la página 50 ...

Page 2: ...of innovation USA UK Middle East China Australia A global company with a local approach Years of research 75 Extensive online library we are proud to share our research About us From multiparameter photometer kits to visual test Palintest has an instrument solution for every application Instrumental ...

Page 3: ...heck Mode 21 Check Standard Mode 22 SDVB 24 Formazin 26 Total Suspended Solids TSS 28 Restore Factory Calibration 29 System Settings 30 Log 32 Operator ID and Sample ID 33 USB Connection 36 Units of Measurements Language 39 Time Date Version Serial Number 40 Backlight LCD Contrast 42 Appendices 43 Error Messages Support and Warranty 43 Care and Maintenance Guidelines for Storage 44 Spares Consumab...

Page 4: ...er monitoring Fast and reliable results within 5 seconds Specifically designed for field use with storage for 1000 results and battery power for approximately 10 000 tests Unique Quadoptix technology with four individual measurement points for increased reliability Variety of operating and reading modes including TSS Average and Continuous Capture USB connectivity for power downloading data and in...

Page 5: ...tonomous measurement systems allowing multiple validation of all results for greater accuracy Turbidity measurements are carried out by analysis of light scattered at 90 to the incident light nephelometric measurement at levels below 40 NTU Above 40 NTU the recommendation is to measure also at 180 to compensate the 90 readings 2 Quadoptix Technology LED sensor sensor LED LED sensor LED sensor ...

Page 6: ...pment is not impaired do not use this instrument in any manner other than specified in this manual The instrument is IP67 certified including the USB port however it is recommended that the Turbimeter Plus is clean and dry before use Review the Care and Maintenance section for recommendations on best practice 3 Safety Information ...

Page 7: ...4 Start Up Guide ...

Page 8: ...product 1 1 2 3 4 5 Power Left Right Up Down Press the power button and release An audible beep will confirm the instrument is on Switch off by holding the POWER button for 1 second To Switch Turbimeter Plus On Start Up Guide 6 Sample Holder ...

Page 9: ...is provided with a backlight option that can be set to on off in the System menu see Page 42 The initial default setting is ON 6 Back of product Made in UK 12345678910 7 8 9 7 8 9 Battery USB Serial number LCD Screen ...

Page 10: ... off after five minutes of inactivity When battery life is very low the instrument will display the following error messages 7 Replacing batteries will not lead to settings or calibration data being lost All user data is retained Battery Life Replacement Message Error To solve Error 110 Battery Low Instrument has insufficient power to perform reading Menu functions still available Error 111 Batter...

Page 11: ... the compartment cover Icon Description Information Panel Icons 8 DISK COM Battery status USB connected Hard drive COM port mode When replacing batteries ensure the gasket seal is correctly fitted to maintain the IP67 rating of the instrument A spare gasket is included with your instrument and should be used if the gasket looks to be damaged stretched or twisted ...

Page 12: ... sample handing should be followed to ensure accurate and consistent results are obtained Use only clean sample tubes and rinse with sample before use Remove all marks and fingerprints from the sample tube before measuring 9 Guidelines for Use 10ml 10ml Guidelines for storage on page 45 ...

Page 13: ...ple tube wall Hold the capped tube at an angle and rotate To reduce the effect of scratches on the glass place a drop of silicone oil onto the tube and wipe using the lint free polishing cloth Place the sample tube in the instrument in the same orientation for all readings 10 1 0 m l 1 0 m l ...

Page 14: ...urbimeter Mode OK Calibrate Check System Read 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 1 Read 3 2 Select this mode to check or set the instrument calibration 2 Calibration Check General system and instrument settings 3 System Main Menu 11 See page 13 See page 20 See page 30 ...

Page 15: ...12 Read Menu ...

Page 16: ...surements where sample turbidity may be changing over time for example due to settling of particles See page 15 Average This mode performs repeated normal readings of sample turbidity until measurement is stopped by the user This mode will support sample tube indexing and trending turbidity on settling samples Trending arrows show the direction of turbidity change See page 16 Continuous Capture Th...

Page 17: ... sample with the orientation mark facing forward and press Read An audible tone will sound at the start and end of measurement Result is displayed on screen and is automatically stored in the results log with date time Reading Mode Operator ID and Sample ID Turbimeter Normal Read 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 2 21NTU Back 1 3 2 14 Reading Mode Normal ...

Page 18: ...ings required Short 3 Medium 6 Long 12 Insert the sample with the orientation mark facing forward and press Read An audible tone will sound at the start and end of measurement Result is displayed on the screen and stored in the log with time date Reading Mode Operator ID and Sample ID Turbimeter Short 3 Read 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 2 21NTU Back 1 3 Reading Mode Average Turbimeter Average...

Page 19: ...456 Average Continuous Capture 10ml Insert the tube with the orientation mark facing forward and press read An audible tone will sound after each reading Results are not stored automatically To store a result in the log press Capture repeat as required To stop measurement press Stop at any time Turbimeter Continuous Capture Capture 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 2 21NTU Stop 1 3 2 16 ...

Page 20: ...n to indicate the optimum orientation See page 44 for more information 5 17 To index a sample tube In continuous capture mode insert the tube with the orientation mark facing forward Lift and rotate the sample tube by a fixed amount e g 45 in between measurements for a full 360 4 Indexing a Sample Tube Lift and rotate ...

Page 21: ...verage Back 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Continuous Capture Total Suspended Solids Select the Sample ID for the site sample The calibration data will be recalled automatically Insert the sample with the orientation mark facing forward and press Read An audible tone will sound at the start and end of measurement Result is displayed on the screen in mg l and stored in the log with time date Ope...

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Page 23: ...20 Calibration Menu ...

Page 24: ...the following options 21 For verifying the instrument calibration Check Standard Mode For field or laboratory calibration using SDVB standards SDVB For laboratory calibration using prepared Formazin standards Formazin For creating the site specific calibration between TSS and turbidity Total Suspended Solids TSS See page 22 See page 24 See page 26 See page 28 ...

Page 25: ...ck 1 00 Use the up down keys to adjust the displayed values to match the assigned target for each check standard 22 Check Standard Mode Check Standard Care Points Check standards are manufactured to precise values tolerances and provided in sealed sample tubes Do not remove the sealed cap from the check standard Use the lint free polishing cloth to ensure the check standard tubes are clean before ...

Page 26: ...a recorded reading of each turbidity check standard Pass will appear on screen if the result is within the tolerance displayed on the standard If the result is outside of the tolerance the instrument may need to be re calibrated Turbimeter 1 00 NTU Next Pass 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Back NTU 2 13 1 Check Standard Read 3 23 Follow the on screen prompts and insert the Check Standards as req...

Page 27: ...ode Turbimeter Calibrate Check OK Check Standard Mode Back 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 SDVB Formazin Choose SDVB from the calibration menu Insert the lowest value turbidity calibration standard when prompted Use the Up Down buttons to adjust the value on screen to that on the standard and press Read Turbimeter SDVB Read Insert Standard Back 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 1 00 and press Re...

Page 28: ...final standard has been read the screen will show a countdown timer Turbimeter SDVB Read and press read 16 0 Back Insert sample When the calibration process is complete the screen will show Successful The time date and Operator ID for successful calibrations are stored in the calibration log 3 25 SDVB Standards should not be inverted or shaken before use If they have been inverted or the kit conta...

Page 29: ... Solids From the Calibrate Check Mode chose Formazin User prepared Formazin standards can also be used for calibration where available Formazin standards should be prepared within the following ranges First Standard 10 0 30 0 NTU Second Standard 90 0 110 0 NTU Third Standard 720 0 880 0 NTU Formazin 1 ...

Page 30: ...reen will show a countdown timer When the calibration process is complete the screen will show Successful Turbimeter Formazin Read and press Read System 10 0 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Back and press Read Insert Standard 3 Continued 27 The time date and Operator ID for successful calibrations are stored in the calibration log To manage the calibration log see page 38 Turbimeter Formazin Rea...

Page 31: ...ttom to create a new one Select Use Results from Log The default 0 0 automatically appears this is normally used as the first data point but can be edited or deleted To recall a result from the log press Down then Add and scroll through the log to select a value Repeat step 3 to add further results or when data entry is complete press Done The data is used to generate slope and intercept values wh...

Page 32: ... A slope and intercept will first need to be determined from externally existing data Select the Sample ID from the list or scroll to the bottom of the list to create a new one Press Edit to enter a value for Slope and repeat for Intercept The saved slope and intercept are displayed on screen Use Slope and Intercept 1 2 3 Measurement of TSS by calibration of turbidity results are indicative Change...

Page 33: ...30 System Settings ...

Page 34: ...k System Select System from the main menu and choose from the following options Set Time and Date Version See page 40 Units of Measurements Language See page 39 USB Connection See page 36 Sample ID See page 34 Operator ID See page 33 Log See page 32 Backlight and LCD Contrast See page 42 ...

Page 35: ...he main menu select System mode then Log where the Results and Calibrations logs are stored In both sections there is a choice to either view or clear data Log The results log holds up to 1000 data points Each log entry records date time Sample ID Operator ID Reading Mode and result for each measurement The log can be viewed on the device or downloaded to a PC as a text file using the USB connecti...

Page 36: ... select New to create an ID Note The screen will be blank on first use Turbimeter Operator New Back Turbimeter System Mode OK Log Back 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Operator ID Sample ID USB 33 Use the Up Down buttons to select characters When the correct character is shown press and hold the key to move to the next character To delete characters press and hold the Del key Select Done to save ...

Page 37: ...e TSS Total Suspended Solids calibrations To delete characters press and hold the Del key Select Done to save the ID To create a new Sample ID Scroll to the bottom of the list then select New Use the Up Down buttons to select characters When the correct character is shown press and hold the key to move to the next character Turbimeter Sample ID New Back Turbimeter Sample ID Done A B System 2 3 1 S...

Page 38: ...esults are stored Highlight the ID and select OK The screen shows the option to select either Edit to change the ID or Delete Deleting the sample ID will not affect results stored in the log To record results without a Sample ID Select a blank entry by scrolling to the bottom of the list and select Back Continued Turbimeter Sample ID OK Sample 1 Sample 2 Back Turbimeter Sample ID OK Sample 1 01 01...

Page 39: ...Drive mode for to downloading results and calibration logs or updating the instrument firmware Hard Drive In COM Port Mode results are streamed across the USB connection in real time using a serial communication format emulating RS 232 In this mode of operation Palintest COM Port drivers are required Please contact Palintest to access the drivers for installation COM Port See page 38 USB ...

Page 40: ...instrument firmware the device must be in Hard Drive mode From the home screen press System mode then USB then Hard Drive Turbimeter USB OK Com Port Hard Drive Back 1 Hard Drive Once the device is in Hard Drive mode connect to a PC using the supplied USB cable 2 ...

Page 41: ...mpleted This data can be imported in to most common spreadsheet applications by using the import wizard and setting the columns as tab delimited Turbimeter_Plus_XXX_YYY This is the operating firmware of the instrument which can be upgraded if required XXX YYY represent the major and minor release version numbers of the firmware file e g Turbimeter_Plus_001_001 Please ensure your device is up to da...

Page 42: ... shown in from the home screen press System mode then Units Turbimeter System Mode OK USB Sample ID 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Language Units Back To change the language of your device from the home screen press System mode then Language Choose from English French or Spanish Turbimeter System Mode OK USB Sample ID 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Language Units Back Units Language ...

Page 43: ... 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Set Time 09 30 Back Language Set Date Turbimeter System Mode OK 01 01 2017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Set Time Units Back Language Set Date From the main menu select System mode then Set Time 2 Turbimeter System Mode OK Set Time Back Language Set Date Version LCD Contrast From the main menu select System mode then Set Date Set Date 1 Set Time ...

Page 44: ...017 09 30 30 User 1 123456 Set Time 01 01 17 Back Language Set Date 2 From the main menu select System then Version The serial numbers of the instrument and the software version are displayed Turbimeter System Mode OK Version Back Date Format Backlight Version LCD Contrast To change the date format select System Mode from the main menu then Date Format DD MM YYYY OR MM DD YYY Version Serial Number...

Page 45: ...nditions Select either On or Off Turbimeter 2 The LCD screen contrast can be manually adjusted Use the up down buttons to adjust the contrast until the alternating shapes are clearly visible and press Save Turbimeter System Mode OK Version Back Date Format Backlight Version LCD Contrast From the main menu select System mode then LCD Contrast LCD Contrast 1 Backlight ...

Page 46: ...rror persists set the zero reference level by pressing the Ref Reset whilst a capped tube is in the holder Error 110 Battery Low Instrument has insufficient power to perform reading Menu functions still available Error 111 Battery Critical Insufficient battery to power instrument Instrument will save data and shut down The Turbimeter Plus has a two year warranty Calibration standards should not be...

Page 47: ...onto the tube and wipe across the glass using the lint free polishing cloth Sample tubes should be rinsed with distilled water Use a soft cloth to dry the sample tube Do not air dry the sample cells as this may leave marks or residue on the surface Indexing a Tube Indexing is used to identify the optimum orientation of the sample tube particularly when taking measurements of low turbidity 1NTU Our...

Page 48: ...remove water without touching the sides of the optical cell Do not keep damp cleaning cloths inside the case Be especially careful when changing the batteries to place the sealing gasket over the raised flange on the battery compartment cover before replacing If any moisture gets into the case keep the lid propped open until it dries out thoroughly Never attempt to wipe the recessed optical lenses...

Page 49: ...000 NTU Formazin Stock Solution PT121 Lint Free Polishing Cloth PT399 Sample Tube Brush PT663 Battery Compartment Gasket and Screws PT123 Battery Compartment Kit Cover Gasket and Screws PT125 Replacement Gaskets For Battery Cover Pack of 5 PT124 Absorbent cloths Pack of 5 PT122 46 Spares and Consumables ...

Page 50: ...00nm Ranges 0 01 1050 NTU Accuracy 2 0 NTU Display 240 x 160 pixel LCD with contrast adjustment User Interface On screen prompts available in English French and Spanish Result Units NTU FNU FTU mg L TSS mode Modes Turbidity normal average continuous capture Total Suspended Solids Data Storage 1000 results including date time sample ID operator ID and mode Last 12 good calibrations including Operat...

Page 51: ...switch off or continous Power Saving User control for backlight USB Micro USB type B connector Instrument Memory Non volatile storage Memory Capacity Up to 1000 data sets Each data set includes date time Sample ID Operator ID method number method name result units Sample IDs Up to 24 at any time Operator IDs Up to 12 at any time Data Output Format Plain text Software Upload Software update by drag...

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