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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
The optical system of the WaterLink
®
Spin Touch
®
must be kept clean and dry for optimal
performance. Dry the disk with a lint-free wipe before placing it into the chamber to avoid
introducing moisture. For best results, store the instrument in an area that is dry and free
from aggressive chemical vapors. Clean the exterior housing with a damp, lint-free cloth.
Do not allow water to enter the light chamber or any other parts of the meter. To clean the
light chamber and optic lenses, point a can of compressed air into the light chamber and
the lid and blow the pressurized air into the light chamber and lid. Focus the pressurized
air around the LEDs which are the small round lenses positioned at 2:00, 4:00, 6:00, 8:00,
10:00 and 12:00 in the lid. The photodiodes are located on the bottom of the chamber
around the hub. This area must be kept clean and dry. Use a cotton swab dampened with
Windex
®
window cleaner to gently swab the LED and photodiode lenses. Do not use alcohol;
it will leave a thin residue over the optics when dry.
Remove smudges due to routine use from the touchscreen with the Cloth Wipe
(Code
3580-WIPE). Use a cloth dampened with alcohol for more thorough cleaning when
necessary. Do not use Windex
®
window cleaner, or similar cleaners, on the touchscreen.
REPAIRS
Should it be necessary to return the meter for repair or servicing, pack the meter carefully
in a suitable container with adequate packing material. A return authorization number
must be obtained from LaMotte Company by calling 800- 344-3100, ext. 3 (US only) or
410-778-3100, ext. 3, faxing 410-778-6394, or emailing
softwaresupport@lamotte
.
com. Often a problem can be resolved over the phone or by email. If a return of the meter
is necessary, attach a letter with the return authorization number, meter serial number, a
brief description of problem and contact information including phone and FAX numbers
to the shipping carton. This information will enable the service department to make the
required repairs more effi
ciently.
METER DISPOSAL
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
Natural resources were used in the production of this equipment. This equipment may
contain materials that are hazardous to health and the environment. To avoid harm to
the environment and natural resources, the use of appropriate take-back systems is
recommended. The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the meter encourages the use of
these systems when disposing of this equipment.
Take-back systems will allow the materials to be reused or recycled in a
way that will not harm the environment. For more information on approved
collection, reuse, and recycling systems contact local or regional waste
administration or recycling services. Do not incinerate the equipment.
DISK DISPOSAL
The disks cannot be reused. Over time, the water in reacted disks will evaporate. Disks
can be recycled. Warning: Recyclers should check with the local authorities. Some states
may require that no chemical residue remains on the plastic or may not be able to accept
plastic waste with stainless steel mixing beads. Used disks may be returned, at the
customer’s expense, to LaMotte for recycling.
