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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL MicroTPI & MicroTPW Field Portable Turbidimeters HF scientific, inc. 3170 Metro Parkway Ft. Myers, FL 33916 Phone: 239-337-2116 Fax: 239-332-7643 Email: Info@hfscientific.com Website: www.hfscientific.com Manual Part No. 24378 (2/07) Rev. 1.6...
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Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
3170 Metro Parkway, Fort Myers, Florida 33916-7597 Type of Equipment: Field Portable Turbidimeter Model No: MicroTPI & MicroTPW I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive and Standard Place: Fort Myers, Florida USA... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.................... i Specifications ..........................1 Overview ..........................2 Unpacking and Inspection of the Instrument and Accessories ........2 The Display........................3 The Instrument and Touch Pad ..................4 Safety..........................4 Normal Operation......................5 Routine Measurement ..................... 6 Instrument Calibration .................... -
Page 7: Specifications
Resolution 0.1 NTU for 100.0 NTU – 999.9 1.0 NTU for 1000 to 1100 NTU Regulatory Compliance MicroTPI IR (860 nm) LED Compliant to ISO 7027 MicroTPW Tungsten Lamp Compliant to U.S. EPA 180.1 Principle of Operation Nephelometry Response Time... -
Page 8: Overview
Overview The MicroTPI/TPW allows for the measurement of turbidity in the field. The MicroTPI was designed to meet the design criteria specified in ISO 7027 and DIN 27027 for the measurement of the turbidity of a sample. The MicroTPW was designed to meet the criteria specified in USEPA 180.1 on turbidity measurement. -
Page 9: The Display
In addition, the display also has other icons that are used to indicate when the instrument is in calibration mode & to indicate error conditions and battery warnings. Figure 2 – Display used in the instrument. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 10: The Instrument And Touch Pad
In certain instances NOTES, or helpful hints, have been highlighted to give further clarification to the instructions. Refer to the Table of Contents to easily find specific topics and to learn about unfamiliar terms. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 11: Normal Operation
After taking a reading, a typical display: If the sample that is being measured has a turbidity that is higher than that which the instrument can measure, the instrument will indicate this as an over-range condition by flashing 1100: MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 12: Routine Measurement
3. The value displayed during indexing is for the purpose indexing only. The final reading may vary from the indexing value. Any typical glass cleaner can be used along with a lint free cloth, or tissue (Kimwipes®), to clean the outside of the cuvette. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 13: Instrument Calibration
Calibration Standards We recommend the following materials during calibration to achieve the accuracy stated in this manual: 1. 1000 NTU Calibration Standard available from HF scientific inc. 2. 10.0 NTU Calibration Standard available from HF scientific inc. 3. 0.02 NTU Calibration Standard available from HF scientific inc. -
Page 14: Calibration Procedures
7. When the instrument has completed calibration on the 10.0 NTU, it will briefly display 10.0 to indicate that it was calibrated and then prompts for the 0.02 NTU standard with a flashing “0.02”. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 15: Calibration Error
Push and hold the ▲button. Now push and release the button then release the ▲button. The instrument will turn itself off when completed. When the instrument is turned on again the error screen will be gone. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 16: Routine Maintenance
To alleviate the problem, either coat the cuvette with an anti-fogging agent, or by running warm water over the cuvette for a short period of time to warm the sample prior to measurement. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 17: Battery Replacement
4. Replace the battery cover and fasten the two screws carefully to ensure a watertight seal. 5. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations. Figure 3: Detailed view of the battery compartment MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 18: 6.0 Troubleshooting
If the batteries get too low to perform, the instrument will turn off & the instrument may not turn on until the batteries have been replaced. See section 6.2 for more information MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 19: System Error Messages
4.4 for more information Display reads CAL Technical and Customer Assistance If assistance is needed regarding this instrument please contact the HF scientific, inc. Technical Service Department. HF scientific, inc. 3170 Metro Parkway Fort Myers, Florida 33916-7597... -
Page 20: Accessories And Replacement Parts List
Formazin Stock Solution Kit 50040 Sample Cuvettes – 3 pack 19856 Rechargeable Battery Kit 19859 To order any accessory or replacement part, please contact the HF scientific, inc. Customer Service Department. See section 6.4 for contact information. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 21: Warranty
No agent is authorized to assume for the manufacturer any liability except as set forth above. Waterproof Seal Opening the main instrument enclosure (excluding the battery compartment) may void the warranty. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6... -
Page 22: Glossary
Turbidity: 1) A measure of the attenuation of a radiant flux as it passes through a liquid media. 2) Optical clarity of a liquid. 3) A phenomena caused by the presence of undissolved matter in a liquid media. MicroTPI & MicroTPW (2/07) Rev. 1.6...
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