Aquameter
™
Series Instruction Manual
10401-00188 Rev M
2.2. The Aquaprobe and the Environment
The Aquaprobe is designed to be fully submerged in water and is rated to IP68, that is to
say, it is rated for continual immersion to a depth of 10 meters.
2.3. About the Probe Sleeve
Each Aquaprobe is constructed with a two-part protective aluminium sleeve surrounding
the more delicate sensing electrodes.
The lower half of the Probe Sleeve can be easily removed by unscrewing to allow cleaning
of the individual electrodes, however,
both halves of the Probe sleeve form an integral,
working part of the Probe’s measurement system, and MUST be fitted for correct
operation.
2.4. Protective Sleeve End Cap
Whilst the Aquaprobe is fitted with an extremely rugged sleeve, damage may be caused to
individual electrodes if sharp objects enter the open end of the lower sleeve.
In order to avoid this, a protective Sleeve End Cap is provided and should be used
whenever there is a risk that sharp objects may be present in the water being sampled, i.e.
down bore holes or in shallow streams littered with rocks or garbage.
When sampling in open water, leave the protective Sleeve End Cap off as the increased
flow across the electrodes will give faster readings.
The protective Sleeve End Cap should never be fitted during calibration or when
using the Aquaprobe with the optional Flow Through Cell (Flowcell).
If there is any risk of damage to the electrodes, fit the cap. Damage caused to electrodes
when the Sleeve or Sleeve End Cap is not fitted, is not covered by your warranty.
2.5. About the Lanyard
The lanyard supplied with the Aquameter may, at first, appear to be a little long. This is
intentional. In order to keep the Meter out of the way whilst your hands are full, the lanyard
has been made long enough to wear round your neck and over your shoulder so the Meter
sits on your hip.
The extra length also allows the meter to be held in a comfortable position in front of you
during normal use. In order to prevent you being dragged into the water in the event of the
Probe cable becoming snagged, the lanyard includes a quick-release clip.
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