Contents Introduction Safety Information Product Overview Kit Contents Performing a Test Test History Why Configure Kemio? Data Enrichment Traceability Process Control Simple Configuration Configuration Batches Check Standards Select Tests Calibration/Validation Connectivity Software Upgrade Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Technical Support Reorder Codes...
Introduction Product Overview Kemio is a measurement and data platform for chemical testing. It is used by utilities and municipalities for drinking water, for water testing in the F&B sector, and other industrial, scientific and service applications. The data is used in reports for audits, records, quality control, process control, and trend analysis.
These are included in the engineer’s kit, which The benchtop kit is perfect for static applications, where serves as a Chlorite starter pack. It provides protection Kemio will remain in the same location and doesn’t require any for the instrument and equipment, and contains all the transportation.
Performing a Test Test History From the home screen, press HISTORY to view Kemio gives direct, on-screen visual instructions to assist with Kemio’s historic test results from newest to oldest. each test workflow. Follow these steps for best performance. Up to 1000 results can be viewed directly on the device.
Why Configure Kemio? • Production lines in a bottling plant (line 1, line 2, line 3) Kemio can be personalized to suit specific testing needs: • sampling points in a building (Room 202, Room 313, Plant, Reception) • Enrich data to give meaning to test results •...
Standard barcode formats include UPC, EAN, Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar, etc. All will be interpreted by By using Kemio to tag the name of the user performing the the barcode scanner. Type in the code. Print the code on test to each test result.
Process Control Actionable Results See p.28 'Scanner Settings' to configure Kemio to require If a measurement is tagged with a label that has limits users to scan the batch code every test. set, the result will be presented as a PASS or a FAIL.
DEFAULT, and the limits and reference fields will be blank. A second option is to delete all the user-generated labels and users. Kemio will not ask for a label or user. In the log file, the label and user will always be DEFAULT.
If a test or sensor produces more than one result, the label will only apply to the test type selected here. See the “Why Configure Kemio” section (p.7) for details on how labels can be used in application for enriching data, If the desired test type is not available on the list, traceability and process control.
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If a single tagged as a FAIL. label is set, Kemio will automatically select it during a test. If no labels are set, the label will be DEFAULT. Edit a Label Select the label from the list.
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Add batch information for each new batch of sensors to Kemio’s memory. Once the batch is in See the “Why Configure Kemio” section (p.7) for details on memory, the sensor can be used for testing. how users can be used in application for enriching data and traceability.
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View a Batch Continued... Select BATCH INFORMATION from Scan the QR code on the side of the CONFIGURATION menu. the box of sensors. Details about the batch appear in a pop up on screen, and is automatically sorted into the correct folder. If a batch is added as a duplicate, the “loaded on”...
If the instrument is functioning correctly, a Check Standards PASS will display on screen PASS Kemio is supplied with check standards (KEMC10) to confirm and the corresponding line the instrument is working correctly. will turn green. STANDARD S1 Validating Kemio Using Check Standards...
Select Tests cont. Kemio can perform multiple test types. Select which test For example, these types will be accessible using the SELECT TESTS function. three selections appear Test types that are not selected will not appear elsewhere on other screens like this.
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Scanner Settings Units Kemio’s barcode scanner ensures that the right sensor type Set the instrument display units by pressing UNITS, then is used for a test, that the right calibration information is pressing the desired option and pressing the back button.
The single-use sensors produced in a single batch all have the • Scan every test. Each time Perform Test is pressed, Kemio same performance characteristics will prompt the user to scan the sensor barcode. Select this option for total traceability.
If the measured signal does not match the expected values, Test Results to view individual result either the check standard was used incorrectly or there is a files. problem with Kemio. Repeat the test, and then contact your Palinteest representative at sales@palintest.com. Additional software is required to decrypt and view the files.
Connect Kemio to the PC using the supplied micro-USB cable. A window will appear on the PC. Kemio is an evolving measurement platform. Keep it up to date with the latest features, bug fixes, test types, etc. by Open the file folder. Drag the batch information file into installing the latest software.
If keeping sensors for over 1 year, store them in a refrigerator the instrument or strike it with an object. to ensure they reach their expiration date. Kemio should be kept clean to ensure it is free from bacteria Check Standards and there are no interferences from contamination when conducting measurements.
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Release the cup from the base by gently twisting the cup anti-clockwise. To maximize battery health of a new Kemio instrument, it is recommended to drain the battery completely and then charge Remove the old filter disc and place the new one in the it to 100% three times to condition the battery management base of the degasser with the red ring facing upward.
Troubleshooting Kemio raises warnings and errors to ensure testing is done correctly and results are accurate. If an error that is not on this list persists, contact sales@palintest.com. Error Cause Action Error Cause Action Invalid A barcode has been Scan the correct barcode type...
Product Code Battery 2300mAh NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack. Kemio Check Standards KEMC10 Only Battery Packs supplied or provided by Palintest are to be used with Kemio. Degassing Equipment Set PT553 Power Supply Supplied External Charger: Replacement Filter (Degassing Equipment) PT556 Input: 100–240 V / 50–60 Hz / 160—80 mA...
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