Mini Water Level Meter: Op Instructions
Model 101M
Equipment Check
1. Turn Sensitivity Dial fully clockwise.
2. Depress the Battery Test button to
test the battery and circuitry.
3. Immerse the probe in tap water. This
completes the circuit and activates the
buzzer and light.
Routine Care
1. After the depth to water has been
recorded, the tape should be carefully
rewound onto the reel, the probe wiped
dry and placed into the probe holder.
2. The probe, tape and reel can all be
cleaned with phosphate free
(non-abrasive) detergent and water.
Battery Replacement
• battery type - alkaline, 9 volt.
Note:
Before replacing the battery, ensure
the tape is fully wound onto the
reel, the probe is in the probe holder,
and the brake has been applied.
Note:
Before screwing the faceplate back
onto the hub, make sure no wires
are outside the hub.
Notes:
1. Clockwise rotation of sensitivity dial
turns meter on and increases
sensitivity.
2. Always set switch to highest
sensitivity position, then decrease
if necessary.
1. The battery is housed within the
faceplate of the reel.
2. Using a flat headed screw driver, remove
the three screws on the faceplate.
3. Carefully remove the faceplate so as
to not unwind the tape. Note that
t
here is an elastic band keeping everything
together in the faceplate.
4. While leaving the elastic in place,
replace the battery.
7. Carefully place the faceplate back
onto the hub and line up the holes.
8. Once the screws have been tightened
and the faceplate is secure, test the
water level meter.
Replacement Parts
The following parts can be provided
should they become lost or damaged.
1. Probe and seal kit
2. Splice kits
3. Lights, switches, etc.
4. Reels
5. Replacement tape with probe
SYMPTOM
CAUSE
REMEDY
No sound when probe
immersed in water.
Dead battery.
Replace with 9V Alkaline.
Water conductivity is very low.
Increase sensitivity switch setting (turn
clockwise) or call Solinst for assistance.
Disconnected wires on circuit
board.
Check all connections inside hub of reel for
loose/disconnected wires - solder or reconnect.
Broken wire in tape.
Locate break in tape - splice and seal.
(Contact Solinst)
Disconnected wire inside probe. Contact Solinst to obtain parts/repair instructions.
Instrument continuously
sounds after being
immersed in water.
Water in probe. Probe may be
dirty which could interfere with
the circuit connection.
Contact Solinst for instructions to remove,
clean and reseal.
Model 101M
Mini Water Level Meter
Georgetown
Ontario
(905) 873-2255
Made in Canada
Battery Test Button
Probe Holder
Sensitivity
Switch
Buzzer (Sonalert)
Winding Handle
LED Light
Carry
Handle
June 22, 2006
For further information contact: Solinst Canada Ltd.
Fax: +1 (905) 873-1992 Tel: +1 (905) 873-2255 or (800) 661-2023
35 Todd Road, Georgetown, Ontario Canada L7G 4R8
