
Aquameter
™
Series Instruction Manual
10401-00188 Rev M
The lens system in the Turbidity Electrodes is designed to focus correctly in water. When
the Probe is not submerged, the system will be out of focus and random readings will
occur. This is normal.
The Probe sleeve forms an integral part of the turbidity measurement system.
Turbidity
measurement will not work correctly if the lower Probe sleeve is not fitted
.
15.3. Calibrating the Turbidity Electrodes
Turbidity calibration must be carried out in the purpose made, 300mL, amber
calibration bottle with the protective Sleeve End Cap removed.
Both halves of the Probe sleeve form an integral, working part of the Probe’s
turbidity measurement system, and MUST be fitted during calibration and
measurement for correct operation.
Calibration of the Turbidity electrode Zero NTU point is normally carried out during
RapidCal (see
The Turbidity electrodes should be calibrated at the Zero NTU point before each day’s use,
and at least once a month at 1000 NTU to ensure optimum accuracy. To avoid air bubbles
in the calibration solutions,
never shake the bottles
.
15.4. Turbidity Zero Point Calibration
To calibrate the Turbidity zero point, follow these steps:
1. Fill a 300mL calibration bottle with de-ionised water or fresh RapidCal solution,
remove the storage cap from the pH electrode if fitted, wash the Probe in distilled
water, then drop the Probe in all the way. The Sleeve End Cap should not be fitted.
Bang the Probe against the pad in the bottom of the bottle several times in order to
remove any air bubbles that may be clinging to the Turbidity electrodes.
2. Switch the Aquameter on and wait until the temperature and turbidity readings are
stable. If the turbidity reading is very high, there are probably air bubbles adhering to
the lenses. Bang the Probe against the pad to remove.
3. Ensure the temperature of the solution is between 5ºC and 40ºC (41ºF - 104ºF).
4. Press the
MENU
key then select
Calibration.
The following screen will be displayed.
Calibration
RapidCal
DO 100%
Full Cal
5.
Select
Full Cal.
The screen will change to:
Calibration
>pH/ORP
DO/EC
Turb
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