Introduction Thank you for selecting the HTTURB 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 THE METER Before unpacking, ensure that the current work environment meets the following conditions. ...
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Overview The HTTURB portable turbidity meter measures turbidity from 0 to 1100 NTU/FNU, or 0 to 275 EBC, or 0 to 9999 ASBC. Seven optional parameters can be chosen in the setup menu. Data can be stored and transferred to a computer by the USB interface. Sample chamber Measurement module...
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Keypad INDEX: FUNCTION Switches the meter on or off. MEAS| When in Measurement mode, press this key to take a measurement. When in Calibration mode or Settings, press this key to exit to the Measurement mode. Press this key to enter Calibration mode.
Inserting the Battery The HTTURB portable turbidity meter is packaged with one 9V battery. Before using the device insert the battery into the battery compartment following the procedure outlined below. Remove the battery compartment cover from the meter’s case. Insert the 9V battery into the battery compartment. Note the polarity of the terminals. Replace the battery compartment cover to its original position.
Setup Menu The HTTURB portable turbidity meter contains an integrated setup menu that allows you to customise display information, such as date and time, as well as measurement settings, such as measurement resolution and turbidity units. PARAMETER DESCRIPTION OPTIONS DESCRIPTION DEFAULT Set the number of calibration 2 to 5 points...
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to enter the setup menu. Press the ► key once, the display will show DATE/P-2. Press the enter key to confirm. The meter will show the year and the value will flash. Press the ◄...
3.4 Press the ◄ or ► key to select the desired resolution (0.1 or 0.01 NTU). 3.5 Press the enter key to confirm and the meter will return to measurement mode automatically. CLEAR ALL STORED DATA Please refer to page 17 (Clear Stored Data). AUTO-POWER OFF The HTTURB portable turbidity meter has an auto-power off function.
5.5 Press the enter key to confirm and the meter will return to measurement mode automatically. The instrument is now restored to factory settings. EXIT THE SETTINGS To exit the setup menu without saving changes, press the key. SELECTING THE MEASUREMENT MODE The HTTURB portable turbidity meter contains two measurement modes, single measurement and continuous measurement mode.
Alignment arrow (vial) Alignment arrow (meter) Turbidity Calibration The HTTURB portable turbidity meter is calibrated with Formazin Standards at the factory and does not require user calibration before use. Do not shake or agitate the calibration standard violently; this is to prevent bubble formation. ...
2.4 Insert the calibration standard into the measurement chamber, ensuring the mark on the vial cap aligns with the arrow on the meter. Close the light shield lid. 2.5 Press the enter key, the meter will begin calibration. The calibration icon will flash continuously. 2.6 Wait for the reading to stabilise, the meter will automatically show the next calibration point.
Press the key; the meter will take another measurement. SINGLE MEASUREMENT - SAMPLES WITH HIGH TURBIDITY For the high turbidity samples, the solution must be diluted prior to measurement. The dilution water can be obtained by filtering deionised water through ha < 0.45 µm filter membrane. 4.1 Repeat steps 3.1 –...
Storing and Recalling Data from Memory The HTTURB portable turbidity meter is capable of storing and recalling up to 100 data sets. STORING A MEASUREMENT RESULT During the measurement process, press the MI key to input the measured value into the memory. The memory icon will appear on the display.
Communication The HTTURB portable turbidity meter is capable of transferring the data to a computer or importing the data to Excel by a Data Acquisition System software. Before using the software ensure that the Windows 7/8/10 operating system has been installed on your computer.
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