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- Page 1 TB100 Portable Turbidity Meter Instruction Manual Bante Instruments Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Table of Contents Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……. Unpacking ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……..Operating principles …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Meter overview ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Keypad ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………... Display ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………... Installing the batteries ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Switching the meter on and off ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Setup menu ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……. Setting the default option ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Setting the date and time ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. -
Page 3: Introduction
Overview Introduction Thank you for selecting the TB100 portable turbidity meter. This manual provides a step-by-step guide to help you operate the meter, please carefully read the following instructions before use. Unpacking Before unpacking, ensure that the current work environment meets the following conditions. -
Page 4: Meter Overview
Overview Meter Overview Measurement chamber Measurement module Battery compartment Display USB interface Keypad Name and Icon Function • Switches the meter On/Off. • Press the key to take a measurement. • Exits the calibration or setting and returns to the measurement mode. •... -
Page 5: Display
Overview Display Low battery alarm: Setting mode icon: When the battery is depleted, the icon will disappear. Indicates the meter is in the setting mode. Measurement mode icon: Data log icon: Indicates the meter is in the measurement mode. Indicates the data is stored into memory. Calibration mode icon: Calibration icon: Indicates the meter is in the calibration mode. -
Page 6: Switching The Meter On And Off
3 seconds to switch off the meter. 3 sec. Setup Menu The TB100 portable turbidity meter contains an integrated setup menu that is used to customize the displayed option to meet measurement requirement. The following table describes the functions of each menu item. Menu Description... -
Page 7: Setting The Default Option
Setup Menu Menu item Option Page number Menu item Setting the date and time Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to enter the setup menu. Press the ► key, the display shows (Date/Page 2). Press the Enter key, the characters begin flashing. -
Page 8: Measurement And Calibration Hints
The vial and cap must be cleaned thoroughly with deionised water after each measurement. Any residues can cause inaccurate readings. Turbidity Calibration • The TB100 portable turbidity meter is calibrated with Formazin Standards at the factory and does not require user calibration prior to use. • Do not shake or agitate the calibration standard violently to prevent air bubbles. -
Page 9: Calibrating The Meter
Selecting the measurement mode The TB100 portable turbidity meter contains two measurement modes. If the single measurement mode is enabled, the meter will automatically recognize a stable reading and lock the measurement. If the continuous measurement mode is enabled, the meter will continuously updating the measured values. -
Page 10: Single Measurement - Low Turbidity Samples (< 200 Ntu)
Measurement and Calibration Measurement An accurate turbidity measurement depends on good measurement techniques. Factors such as clean sample vials, positioning of vial in the measurement chamber, covering the vial with the light shield lid, meter calibration, removal of bubbles, etc. For more information, please refer to page 7 “Measurement and Calibration Hints”. -
Page 11: Data Management
Data Management Data Management The TB100 portable turbidity meter is capable of storing and recalling up to 100 data sets. Storing a measurement result In the measurement process, press the MI key to store the reading into the memory, the Memory icon appears on the display. -
Page 12: Communication
Communication The TB100 portable turbidity meter is capable of transfering the data to computer or importing the data to Excel by a DAS software. You are able to download this software from our official website. Before installation, ensure that Windows 7/8/10 operating system has been installed on your computer. -
Page 13: Appendix
Appendix Appendix Indexing a sample vial The United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) recommends that the vial used for turbidity calibration or sample measurement be indexed. Its purpose is obtain a position which provides the lowest turbidity reading. The indexing methods are as follows. Fill the vial using the distilled water (<... -
Page 14: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Model TB100 Measurement Method ISO 7027 nephelometric method (90° ) Range 0 ~ 1100 NTU/FNU, 0 ~ 275 EBC, 0 ~ 9999 ASBC Resolution 0.01 (0 ~ 100 NTU), 0.1 (100 ~ 999 NTU), 1 (999 ~ 1100 NTU) Accuracy ±... - Page 15 Hazardous Substance Statement Bante Instruments is committed to the reduction and eventual elimination of all hazardous substances in both the manufacturing process and finished products we supply. We have an active manufacturing and procurement program to minimize and eliminate the use of harmful heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, mercury and the like.