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Summary of Contents for bluelab Combo Meter
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Care and use guide Contents page Features Bluelab Combo Meter Introduction Preparing for use Calibration Changing nutrient and temperature display units Measuring hydroponic elements Battery replacement Cleaning the conductivity/ temperature probe Cleaning the pH probe Hydrating the pH probe Storing the Bluelab... -
Page 2: Features
The pH probe tip must not be allowed to dry out. Always place the storage cap back onto the pH probe after each use. Ensure the cap contains enough Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution to cover the probe tip. -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction The Bluelab Combo Meter has three press buttons; ‘pH / calibrate’, ‘nutrient / units’ and ‘temp / units’. The buttons have a short press and long press function. A short press means a button is released in about one second. The long press is a button being held for at least three seconds and released when the display starts flashing. -
Page 4: Calibration
• The reading is different to what you were expecting. • The batteries have been removed or changed. • The pH probe is replaced with a new one or is disconnected from the Combo Meter. • The pH calibration indicators have disappeared. - Page 5 If Err appears during the calibration process see Section 11.0. d) The combo meter must be calibrated to two points. If after an hour the combo meter has not been calibrated with a second calibration point rinse in tap water the calibration indicators disappear and the combo meter reverts to an uncalibrated state.
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Page 6: Changing Nutrient And Temperature Display Units
Changing nutrient and temperature display units Nutrient and temperature can be displayed in different units. The units available are shown in the tables below. Changing nutrient units displayed To select unit a) Press and hold the ‘nutrient/units’ button until the display starts flashing. Release, then short button press the same button to scroll through the available units. -
Page 7: Measuring Hydroponic Elements
Battery replacement Batteries are replaced in the Bluelab Combo Meter when the low battery indicator appears on screen. The low battery indicator remains on and the Bluelab Combo Meter continues to operate until the batteries die or are replaced. -
Page 8: Cleaning The Conductivity/Temperature Probe
Cleaning the conductivity/temperature probe Cleaning the conductivity/temperature probe periodically ensures accurate readings. The conductivity/temperature probe is cleaned using the Bluelab Conductivity Probe Cleaner, or “Jif” a trade name for a liquid scourer cream used in home bathrooms and kitchens. Similar products are called “Liquid Vim”, “Soft Scrub”, “Cif cream”, or “Viss”. -
Page 9: Cleaning The Ph Probe
The storage cap must always be put back on after cleaning. Always ensure it contains enough Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution to cover the probe tip. Remove storage cap from pH probe. -
Page 10: Hydrating The Ph Probe
Storage Solution 10.0 Storing the Bluelab Combo Meter Store the Combo Meter in a cool, dry and clean place when not in use. Keep out of direct sunlight. Keep Combo Meter out of direct sunlight to prevent irreparable damage to the LCD reading display. -
Page 11: Error Messages
An error message will only appear following pH calibration failure. ‘Err’ will be displayed for a few seconds then the display will show the previous reading. Successful pH calibration indicators will disappear. The Bluelab Combo Meter is in an uncalibrated state, therefore recalibration is required. See causes of Error messages below. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting Guide
Under range pH. Check pH probe connection. pH probe could be faulty. While in pH mode Combo Meter could be wet inside. Over range temperature. Solution >51 °C / 122 °F. Under range temperature. Solution <0 °C / 32 °F. -
Page 13: Bluelab Ph Probe Replacement
Bluelab Probe Care Kits - available in: › Bluelab Probe Care Kit - pH › Bluelab Probe Care Kit - Conductivity Kits contain instructions and all the tools you need to clean Bluelab probes or pens. Bluelab pH Probe KCl Storage Solution The perfect solution to store and hydrate your Bluelab pH products. -
Page 14: Bluelab Limited Warranty
This warranty is governed by the laws of the state of country where Product is purchased, without regard to its choice of law principles. Except as allowed by law, Bluelab does not limit or exclude other rights a consumer may have with regard to the Product. -
Page 15: Contact Details
NZ Ph: +64 7 578 0849 Fax: +64 7 578 0847 Email: support@bluelab.com get online. Looking for specifications or technical advice? Visit us online at bluelab.com or facebook.com/getbluelab To watch instruction videos, visit our online video library: vimeo.com/bluelab post. Bluelab Corporation Limited ®...
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