Probe check
The probe should be checked daily.
See
Additional probe admittance checks can be performed. See the MADSEN Zodiac Reference Manual.
Note
•
If the test environment changes, for instance if there is an increase in humidity or if you are going to test at a
different altitude, make a probe check to verify that the system measures correctly.
Annual calibration
•
The device and probe(s) must be calibrated once a year by an authorized service department.
Warning
•
Local government rules and regulations, if applicable, should be followed at all times.
12.4
Probe check
To make sure that the probe is functioning correctly, it is recommended that you perform a probe check at the start of
each day.
Caution
•
Always clean and disinfect the probe tip before you insert it into a test cavity.
Note
•
If the test environment changes, for instance if there is an increase in humidity or if you are going to test at a
different altitude, make a probe check to verify that the system measures correctly.
1. Use a new probe tip, or make sure that the probe tip has been cleaned and dis-
infected, before you place it in the test cavity. This is to make sure that the
probe tip does not influence the probe test, and that the test cavity is not con-
taminated.
2. Insert the probe tip without eartip in the 2 cc test cavity.
3. Select the probe check function:
From Zodiac Quick Check - Stand-alone:
–
Press the
Probe Check
button.
You may have to support the probe in the test cavity.
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